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$181+ Cheap flights from California to Budapest (BUD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/14:45 pmLAS - BUD
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/106:45 amBUD - LAS
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$572
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/271:00 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop38h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/111:45 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/21$612
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/28:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 12/117:55 amBUD - SFO
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$665
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 45mSWISS
Wed 12/119:35 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/20$668
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/308:35 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/710:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops33h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$674
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/212:55 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops18h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1110:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops33h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$679
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3010:25 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop25h 40mLOT
Tue 12/108:45 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop32h 45mLOT
Deal found 11/19$755
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2610:41 amLAX - BUD
2 stops21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/116:10 amBUD - LAX
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$829
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/273:05 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/108:05 amBUD - LAX
2 stops19h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$860
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:10 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/181:45 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$870
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:50 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop24h 15mKLM
Wed 12/186:30 amBUD - SFO
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/21$872
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:05 amSFO - BUD
2 stops21h 00mDelta
Wed 12/186:30 amBUD - SFO
1 stop14h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/21$877

Find flights from California to Budapest within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Budapest that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San JoseBudapest

SJC - BUD

SJCBUD

San Jose

Mon 1/13

6:10 am-11:15 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/22

7:15 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops35h 13m

$568

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/6

12:30 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops39h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/11

6:10 am-11:30 am

2 stops37h 20m

$569

Las VegasBudapest

LAS - BUD

LASBUD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 12/1

4:45 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/10

6:45 am-2:40 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$572

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 3/2

1:20 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/10

9:35 am-8:51 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$593

OntarioBudapest

ONT - BUD

ONTBUD

Ontario

Sun 1/12

10:47 am-4:15 pm

2 stops20h 28m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/26

10:20 am-8:29 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$596

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Fri 1/10

10:25 am-1:55 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 1/20

6:10 am-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$597

San JoseBudapest

SJC - BUD

SJCBUD

San Jose

Mon 1/13

8:25 am-4:15 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/22

8:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$608

OntarioBudapest

ONT - BUD

ONTBUD

Ontario

Mon 1/27

4:25 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/3

7:20 am-10:16 pm

2 stops23h 56m

$611

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/7

11:00 pm-11:30 am

2 stops27h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/17

6:35 pm-4:28 pm

2 stops30h 53m

$611

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Sun 1/12

7:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops19h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/3

6:30 am-3:05 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$620

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Best time to book a flight from California to Budapest

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Travel insights for flights from California to Budapest

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Budapest including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $639). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Budapest as you normally would.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Budapest. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, LOT and Air France from California to Budapest to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,300 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,166 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from California?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 10.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Budapest.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Budapest one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Scandinavian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $384. Users have also found prices from $418 and $420 on British Airways and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Budapest?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl or Ontario - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl, Los Angeles - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is the most popular route from California to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Budapest?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Budapest.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Budapest by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $639). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Budapest. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$521Average$1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$526Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$532Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$532Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$540Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$555Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$580Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$585Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$589Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$629Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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