What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Budapest round-trip?

Currently priced at $593, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Budapest and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Scandinavian Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $594 and $595, respectively. These flights start at 18% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $340 on Air Serbia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $384 and Scandinavian Airlines from $393 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Budapest?

When booking a flight from Chicago to Budapest, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Air France or Finnair as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Budapest?

Of the flights from Chicago to Budapest that have layovers, most of them stop in London.

Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Budapest flights?

Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Budapest layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $50 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Budapest?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 19% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Budapest?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 16 days in advance, which can save you up to 64% on flights from Chicago to Budapest compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 16 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $751. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,007.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Budapest?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Budapest from Chicago average $729. You can even find prices in February for less than $729, as users have found deals to Budapest from as low as $514. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Budapest from Chicago. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 30%.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Chicago-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Chicago-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

If you book a flight to Budapest from Chicago, you will be flying to Ferenc Liszt Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is located 10.3 mi from the center of Budapest. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Ferenc Liszt Intl per day from 15 different airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Budapest?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

Wed 12/246:45 pmORD - BUD

1 stop21h 30mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/317:55 amBUD - ORD

1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/21

$591

Wed 8/2010:40 amORD - BUD

2 stops15h 05mAir Canada

Wed 9/36:10 amBUD - ORD

2 stops15h 40mAir Canada

Deal found 4/22

$594

Wed 8/204:05 pmORD - BUD

2 stops13h 35mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/36:10 amBUD - ORD

2 stops15h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$599

Sun 5/118:15 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 00mScandinavian Airlines

Mon 5/262:55 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 15mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$601

Mon 10/62:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 25mSWISS

Wed 10/158:00 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop23h 10mSWISS

Deal found 4/22

$611

Tue 10/710:40 amORD - BUD

2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/207:05 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$613

Tue 8/125:59 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops17h 36mDelta

Fri 9/126:20 amBUD - MDW

2 stops18h 47mDelta

Deal found 4/21

$619

Sat 8/2311:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop25h 05mAir Serbia

Sat 9/63:15 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop12h 45mAir Serbia

Deal found 4/22

$630

Mon 8/113:35 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 00mLufthansa

Sat 9/131:25 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop11h 50mLufthansa

Deal found 4/22

$632

Sat 10/48:30 pmORD - BUD

2 stops20h 35mBritish Airways

Wed 10/297:55 amBUD - ORD

1 stop17h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 4/21

$633

Mon 8/119:30 pmORD - BUD

1 stop13h 40mFinnair

Sat 9/136:55 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops27h 50mFinnair

Deal found 4/22

$657

Tue 6/2411:00 amORD - BUD

2 stops17h 45mDelta

Wed 8/2011:35 amBUD - ORD

1 stop33h 35mDelta

Deal found 4/22

$669

Best flights from Chicago to Budapest
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Budapest that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

Tue 8/128:35 pmORD - BUD

1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Fri 9/127:10 amBUD - ORD

1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/21

$592

Tue 8/127:05 pmORD - BUD

1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines

Fri 9/126:00 amBUD - ORD

2 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/21

$593

Wed 8/2010:40 amORD - BUD

2 stops15h 05mAir Canada

Wed 9/36:10 amBUD - ORD

2 stops15h 40mAir Canada

Deal found 4/22

$594

Sun 5/118:15 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 00mScandinavian Airlines

Mon 5/262:55 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 15mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/21

$595

Mon 10/62:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 25mSWISS

Wed 10/158:00 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop23h 10mSWISS

Deal found 4/22

$611

Sat 10/411:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop15h 15mAir Serbia

Wed 10/293:15 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop12h 55mAir Serbia

Deal found 4/21

$617

Tue 8/125:59 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops17h 36mDelta

Fri 9/126:20 amBUD - MDW

2 stops18h 47mDelta

Deal found 4/21

$619

Mon 10/65:45 pmORD - BUD

1 stop24h 30mAmerican Airlines

Wed 10/152:50 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/21

$626

Mon 9/228:40 pmORD - BUD

1 stop13h 30mBritish Airways

Mon 10/65:40 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop27h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 4/22

$629

Mon 8/119:30 pmORD - BUD

1 stop13h 40mFinnair

Sat 9/136:55 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops27h 50mFinnair

Deal found 4/21

$657

Mon 6/234:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop15h 10mAustrian Airlines

Mon 8/1811:15 amBUD - ORD

1 stop33h 05mAustrian Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$673

Sun 6/19:40 pmORD - BUD

1 stop18h 55mLufthansa

Mon 11/105:00 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 4/20

$676

Last-minute flights from Chicago to Budapest
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Thu 4/247:50 pmORD - BUD

1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines

Mon 5/58:55 amBUD - ORD

1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$815

Wed 4/307:25 pmORD - BUD

2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 5/56:50 amBUD - ORD

2 stops31h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$834

Thu 5/17:50 pmORD - BUD

1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines

Tue 5/68:30 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$852

Thu 5/15:10 pmORD - BUD

2 stops19h 35mLOT

Tue 5/612:50 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop13h 50mLOT

Deal found 4/22

$1,061

Sun 5/43:45 pmORD - BUD

1 stop13h 05mAer Lingus

Mon 5/1212:30 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 30mAer Lingus

Deal found 4/21

$819

Sun 5/118:15 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 00mScandinavian Airlines

Mon 5/262:55 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 15mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$601

Sun 5/112:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines

Fri 5/236:05 amBUD - ORD

2 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$729

Sun 5/1110:30 pmORD - BUD

2 stops18h 05mLufthansa

Mon 5/267:05 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops24h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 4/22

$786

Tue 5/137:05 pmORD - BUD

1 stop17h 10mSWISS

Tue 5/279:30 amBUD - ORD

1 stop13h 25mSWISS

Deal found 4/22

$696

Fri 5/169:40 pmORD - BUD

1 stop12h 15mLOT

Tue 5/2012:50 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop13h 50mLOT

Deal found 4/22

$853

Mon 5/199:15 pmORD - BUD

1 stop21h 00mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/287:45 amBUD - ORD

1 stop15h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$777

Tue 5/202:00 pmORD - BUD

2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Mon 6/98:00 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/21

$628

One-way flights from Chicago to Budapest
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Budapest. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

Sat 8/2311:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop32h 20mAir Serbia

Deal found 4/22

$340

Mon 7/147:00 amORD - BUD

2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$346

Thu 7/3111:25 amORD - BUD

1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$384

Sun 5/118:15 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 00mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$393

Mon 5/1210:30 pmORD - BUD

1 stop12h 55mLufthansa

Deal found 4/22

$492

Thu 6/59:40 amMDW - BUD

3 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/21

$492

Wed 5/77:15 pmORD - BUD

1 stop22h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 4/22

$498

Fri 5/96:35 pmORD - BUD

1 stop17h 40mSWISS

Deal found 4/22

$503

Thu 7/241:00 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops15h 50mDelta

Deal found 4/21

$507

Thu 5/154:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 15mAustrian Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$565

Mon 6/234:05 pmORD - BUD

2 stops13h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/22

$575

Sun 6/112:00 pmORD - BUD

2 stops13h 45mAir Canada

Deal found 4/22

$576

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ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

8:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop20h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/3

2:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 00m

$592

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

10:40 am-8:45 am

2 stops15h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/3

6:10 am-2:50 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$594

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

4:05 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops13h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/3

6:10 am-2:50 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$599

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

8:15 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/26

2:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$601

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/6

2:20 pm-8:45 am

1 stop11h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/15

8:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$611

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

10:40 am-8:45 am

2 stops15h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/20

7:05 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$613

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

5:59 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops17h 36m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 9/12

6:20 am-6:07 pm

2 stops18h 47m

$619

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

11:20 pm-7:25 am

1 stop25h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 9/6

3:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$630

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

3:35 pm-9:35 am

1 stop11h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 9/13

1:25 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$632

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

8:30 pm-12:05 am

2 stops20h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/29

7:55 am-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$633

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Budapest

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Budapest in April.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Budapest?

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Budapest is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Chicago to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,208). 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 CHI to BUD?

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Budapest in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Budapest?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Budapest flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Budapest 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

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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, LOT and Finnair from Chicago to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,920 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,920 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,920 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

LOT

7.6

Good

1,065 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,920 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Finnair

7.6

Good

1,272 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,920 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Austrian Airlines

7.6

Good

780 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,920 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS

7.5

Good

1,582 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,920 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from Chicago?
If you book a flight to Budapest from Chicago, you will be flying to Ferenc Liszt Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is located 10.3 mi from the center of Budapest. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Ferenc Liszt Intl per day from 15 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Budapest round-trip?
Currently priced at $593, United Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Budapest and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Scandinavian Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $594 and $595, respectively. These flights start at 18% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Budapest one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $340 on Air Serbia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $384 and Scandinavian Airlines from $393 one-way.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Budapest?
Of the flights from Chicago to Budapest that have layovers, most of them stop in London.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?
The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $50 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Budapest flights?
Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Budapest layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently.
Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Budapest that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Budapest?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Budapest.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Budapest?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Budapest?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Chicago to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,208). 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 Chicago to Budapest

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Iberia	Cheapest$438	Average$677	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest$464	Average$602	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
American Airlines	Cheapest$498	Average$798	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
SWISS	Cheapest$541	Average$951	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%
British Airways	Cheapest$543	Average$813	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$546	Average$685	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
United Airlines	Cheapest$561	Average$777	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Lufthansa	Cheapest$563	Average$991	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Finnair	Cheapest$565	Average$793	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Austrian Airlines	Cheapest$601	Average$874	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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$340+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Budapest (BUD)

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.