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$722+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — BUD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,038
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$722
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,308
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Cheapest flights from San José to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/228:50 pmSJO - BUD
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/297:05 amBUD - SJO
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,038
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/227:40 pmSJO - BUD
1 stop32h 20mAir France
Sat 3/296:20 amBUD - SJO
1 stop18h 35mAir France
Deal found 2/20$1,130
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/177:25 pmSJO - BUD
1 stop20h 25mLufthansa
Tue 4/299:25 amBUD - SJO
1 stop16h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$1,310
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/171:20 pmSJO - BUD
2 stops25h 45mKLM
Tue 4/297:40 pmBUD - SJO
2 stops29h 45mKLM
Deal found 2/20$1,320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/187:55 amSJO - BUD
2 stops24h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/16:05 amBUD - SJO
2 stops38h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,333
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 7/2610:10 amSJO - BUD
3 stops25h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/98:30 pmBUD - SJO
2 stops35h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,776

Find flights from San José to Budapest within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 February 20, 2025.

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San José

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Budapest

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/22

8:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/29

7:05 am-10:30 pm

2 stops46h 25m

$1,038

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/22

7:40 pm-11:00 am

1 stop32h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/29

6:20 am-5:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$1,130

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

7:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/29

9:25 am-5:35 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$1,310

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

1:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/29

7:40 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$1,320

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/18

7:55 am-4:50 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/1

6:05 am-12:26 pm

2 stops38h 21m

$1,333

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

7:15 am-2:05 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$722

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

10:10 am-7:35 pm

3 stops25h 25m

$881

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

7:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$1,413

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Budapest

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 SJO to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 February 20, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from San José, San José Province to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 February 20, 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,986 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San José, San José Province to Budapest is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,130 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and KLM, starting at $1,310 and $1,320 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Budapest for 23% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Budapest one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest are United Airlines ($722), Turkish Airlines ($881), and Air France ($1,413).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José, San José Province to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from San José, San José Province 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$1,046Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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