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$297+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Budapest (BUD)

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WAS — BUD
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$498
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One-way from

$327
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$912
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 1/276:10 pmBWI - BUD
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/113:00 pmBUD - BWI
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$451
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/278:30 pmBWI - BUD
1 stop16h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 2/117:40 amBUD - BWI
1 stop15h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$609
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/273:30 pmBWI - BUD
2 stops14h 35mKLM
Tue 2/116:30 amBUD - BWI
2 stops16h 13mKLM
Deal found 1/20$621
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/512:05 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops16h 55mDelta
Wed 3/56:30 amBUD - IAD
1 stop15h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/21$632
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/106:25 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/2810:25 amBUD - IAD
1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$633
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/83:55 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/248:00 pmBUD - IAD
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$647
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/99:40 amDCA - BUD
2 stops22h 15mAir Canada
Tue 2/256:10 amBUD - DCA
2 stops15h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$648
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1012:38 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops19h 17mAir Canada
Fri 2/216:10 amBUD - IAD
2 stops15h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$648
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/66:00 amDCA - BUD
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/136:10 amBUD - DCA
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$650
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/133:00 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop16h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/179:15 amBUD - IAD
1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$651
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1610:05 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop15h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 8/318:05 pmBUD - IAD
1 stop29h 54mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/21$659
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/129:30 pmBWI - BUD
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/267:55 amBUD - BWI
2 stops16h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$663

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 January 21, 2025.

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BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/10

6:10 pm-1:10 am

1 stop25h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/4

3:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$439

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/11

10:25 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/25

8:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$623

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/5

12:05 pm-11:00 am

2 stops16h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 3/5

6:30 am-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$632

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/10

6:25 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops15h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 2/28

10:25 am-8:20 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$633

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/8

3:55 pm-8:45 am

2 stops34h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/24

8:00 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$647

Washington, D.C.Budapest

DCA - BUD

DCABUD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/9

9:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/25

6:10 am-3:29 pm

2 stops15h 19m

$648

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/10

10:35 am-11:55 am

2 stops19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-3:13 pm

2 stops15h 13m

$648

Washington, D.C.Budapest

DCA - BUD

DCABUD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/6

6:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/13

6:10 am-9:00 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$650

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/13

3:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/17

9:15 am-8:30 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$651

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/16

6:10 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/22

5:05 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops52h 35m

$661

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Budapest in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Washington, D.C.-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 January 21, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Washington, D.C. 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 January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest, such as Delta, United Airlines and Brussels Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

LOT
7.6
Good
1,117 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
786 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ferenc Liszt Intl from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Budapest airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 10.3 mi journey from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Budapest’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest round-trip?

    Currently priced at $623, British Airways will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Budapest and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $632 and $633, respectively. Users have found that British Airways is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Budapest one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $375 on Scandinavian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $411 and Iberia from $470 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Budapest is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl or Baltimore/Washington - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$565Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$592Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$604Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$640Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
LufthansaCheapest$710Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$728Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$872Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$894Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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