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$275+ 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Mar 17 — Mar 241
Mon 3/17
Mon 3/24
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$520
(Austrian Airlines)

One-way from

$275
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$782
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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 March 12, 2025.

This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/116:30 amSAN - BUD
2 stops23h 00mAustrian Airlines
Mon 8/2511:15 amBUD - SAN
2 stops39h 34mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 3/11$520
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/11:43 pmSAN - BUD
2 stops20h 32mSWISS
Tue 4/159:30 amBUD - SAN
2 stops21h 59mSWISS
Deal found 3/11$598
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/268:25 amSFO - BUD
2 stops17h 10mAir Canada
Wed 4/26:10 amBUD - SFO
2 stops24h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 3/12$639
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/111:35 amSFO - BUD
2 stops22h 40mSWISS
Mon 4/78:00 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 10mSWISS
Deal found 3/11$640
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 3/128:30 amSFO - BUD
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/196:10 amBUD - SFO
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Wed 3/2612:55 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops19h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/29:30 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$643
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/167:50 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/18:30 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/11$648
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/258:10 amLAS - BUD
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/311:35 amBUD - LAS
2 stops19h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$651
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Mon 11/178:30 amLAX - BUD
2 stops18h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/28:05 amBUD - LAX
1 stop16h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$654
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/112:44 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops20h 26mFinnair
Wed 4/1612:05 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 04mFinnair
Deal found 3/11$655
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 3/122:00 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop21h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/198:10 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop23h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/11$655
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 11/197:45 amLAX - BUD
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/12:55 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$657

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 12, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Budapest

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Mon 8/11

6:30 am-2:30 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/25

11:15 am-5:49 pm

2 stops39h 34m

$520

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Tue 4/1

1:43 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops20h 32m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/15

9:30 am-10:29 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$598

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

8:25 am-9:35 am

2 stops17h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/2

6:10 am-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$639

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

11:35 am-7:15 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 4/7

8:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$640

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

12:55 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/3

9:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$643

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

7:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/4

1:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 40m

$650

Las VegasBudapest

LAS - BUD

LASBUD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/25

8:10 am-8:45 am

2 stops16h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/3

11:35 am-9:37 pm

2 stops19h 02m

$651

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

8:20 am-11:40 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/15

8:25 am-9:45 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$651

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

12:44 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops20h 26m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/16

12:05 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$655

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

7:30 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/16

8:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$665

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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 $656). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,220). 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 March 12, 2025.

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 March 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM 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
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,953 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,320 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,057 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,268 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,211 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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 $372. Users have also found prices from $438 and $448 on SWISS and Austrian Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - 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 $656). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,220). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$372Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$504Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$521Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$522Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$524Average$1,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$526Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$568Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
IberiaCheapest$580Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$585Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$592Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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