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$293+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — BUD
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$571
(Finnair)

One-way from

$293
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

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February

Average price

$646
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2710:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/66:55 pmBUD - ORD
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$571
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2210:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop19h 40mIberia
Tue 5/67:25 amBUD - ORD
1 stop13h 25mIberia
Deal found 4/1$573
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/144:55 pmORD - BUD
1 stop17h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 5/207:25 amBUD - ORD
1 stop17h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/31$575
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/229:15 pmORD - BUD
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/67:25 amBUD - ORD
2 stops19h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$583
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 5/138:40 amORD - BUD
2 stops26h 40mAir Canada
Tue 5/2011:35 amBUD - ORD
2 stops15h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$586
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:30 pmORD - BUD
1 stop15h 10mAir Serbia
Sat 10/183:15 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop12h 45mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/31$597
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 9/97:00 amORD - BUD
2 stops29h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 9/218:05 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$598
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 4/272:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop11h 25mSWISS
Mon 5/58:00 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop23h 10mSWISS
Deal found 3/30$616
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/89:30 pmORD - BUD
1 stop13h 40mFinnair
Fri 8/2212:05 pmBUD - ORD
2 stops18h 41mFinnair
Deal found 3/31$620
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 5/74:00 pmORD - BUD
1 stop11h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/146:10 amBUD - ORD
2 stops19h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$628
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/2811:15 amORD - BUD
2 stops16h 20mAustrian Airlines
Mon 5/53:10 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop29h 10mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$647
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 9/117:50 pmORD - BUD
1 stop29h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/218:30 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/31$648

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Budapest that are best for you.

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ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

10:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop19h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/6

6:55 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$571

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

10:40 am-8:45 am

2 stops15h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/21

6:10 am-3:05 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$579

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

9:15 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/8

12:05 pm-8:44 am

2 stops27h 39m

$594

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 9/14

8:05 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$598

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

10:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop18h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/14

12:05 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$605

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

6:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/5

8:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$621

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

9:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/14

6:10 am-6:22 pm

2 stops19h 12m

$626

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

9:30 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/13

6:55 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$627

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

11:15 am-10:35 am

2 stops16h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/5

3:10 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$647

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/5

1:16 pm-11:45 am

2 stops15h 29m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/20

6:20 am-6:45 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$649

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Illinois to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,216). 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 IL to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 April 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois 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 April 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Finnair and Austrian Airlines from Illinois to Budapest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
770 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
1,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,425 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly into Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) if they book a flight to Budapest from Illinois. Ferenc Liszt Intl is conveniently located just 10.3 mi from Budapest’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $385. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Serbia and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Budapest for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to Budapest consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl, Chicago Midway - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Illinois to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,216). 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 Illinois to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$438Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$464Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$490Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$534Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$546Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$548Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$555Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$565Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
FinnairCheapest$565Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$594Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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