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$237+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to California

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BUD — LAX
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Round-trip from

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(United Airlines)

One-way from

$237
(flugladen.de)

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February

Average price

$661
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Cheapest flights from Budapest to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/39:30 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/162:20 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$595
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:00 amBUD - LAX
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/292:41 pmLAX - BUD
2 stops23h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$597
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/25:45 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 05mBritish Airways
Sat 5/107:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$597
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/89:30 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/231:10 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$599
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/138:25 amBUD - LAX
1 stop20h 40mLOT
Sun 4/2710:05 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop29h 00mLOT
Deal found 3/31$601
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:00 amBUD - SNA
2 stops39h 32mAir Canada
Tue 5/271:35 pmSNA - BUD
2 stops58h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$601
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/249:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops32h 54mAir Canada
Wed 5/78:35 amSFO - BUD
2 stops17h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$603
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/246:20 amBUD - SAN
2 stops25h 22mDelta
Wed 5/72:10 pmSAN - BUD
2 stops19h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/31$604
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Thu 4/247:40 amBUD - SAN
2 stops22h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/74:40 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$606
This Brussels 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/246:00 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 40mBrussels Airlines
Wed 5/72:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop24h 10mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 3/30$607
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.
Mon 5/125:30 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop30h 45mLufthansa
Wed 5/145:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop21h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 3/30$609
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:25 amBUD - LAX
2 stops32h 56mAir Canada
Sat 11/158:30 amLAX - BUD
2 stops20h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$612

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to California 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to California that are best for you.

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Budapest

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/3

9:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

2:20 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$595

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 5/2

5:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

7:30 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$597

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD - LAX

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-7:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

2:41 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$597

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 6/16

8:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

7:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$599

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD - LAX

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/13

8:25 am-8:05 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

10:05 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$601

BudapestSanta Ana

BUD - SNA

BUDSNA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-12:32 pm

2 stops39h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/27

1:35 pm-8:45 am

2 stops58h 10m

$601

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/24

9:25 am-9:19 am

2 stops32h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

8:35 am-10:50 am

2 stops17h 15m

$603

BudapestSan Diego

BUD - SAN

BUDSAN

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/24

6:20 am-10:42 pm

2 stops25h 22m

San Diego

Wed 5/7

2:10 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$604

BudapestSan Diego

BUD - SAN

BUDSAN

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/24

7:40 am-9:37 pm

2 stops22h 57m

San Diego

Wed 5/7

4:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop22h 35m

$606

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

2:40 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$607

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to California (average of $246). Flying from Budapest to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 BUD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Budapest to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Delta and KLM from Budapest to California. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Budapest to California. 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 from for flights from Budapest to California?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 10.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Budapest to California.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $614. However, be on the lookout for offers from Finnair and SWISS, as they are both options that can get you from Budapest to California for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from Budapest to California is Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - San Francisco or Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to California (average of $246). Flying from Budapest to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Budapest to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to California. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$396Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$463Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$521Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$536Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$539Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$543Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$553Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$562Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$578Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$580Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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