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$311+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to California

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BUD — LAX
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to California (USCA). 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 November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Budapest to California
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This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/1211:40 amBUD - SFO
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/115:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$539
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/57:15 amBUD - SJC
2 stops24h 33mBritish Airways
Mon 12/96:10 amSJC - BUD
2 stops20h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$571
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/117:15 pmBUD - LAX
2 stops28h 30mFinnair
Wed 1/89:30 pmLAX - BUD
2 stops28h 25mFinnair
Deal found 11/20$586
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:05 pmBUD - LAX
2 stops29h 51mBritish Airways
Mon 12/308:55 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop17h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$592
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:05 pmBUD - LAX
2 stops33h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/299:15 amLAX - BUD
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/127:15 amBUD - SFO
1 stop16h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/115:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop20h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$614
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:30 amBUD - LAX
1 stop14h 15mDelta
Mon 12/911:00 amLAX - BUD
2 stops18h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/20$622
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/2810:25 amBUD - SFO
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/108:35 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$638
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/286:50 amBUD - SAN
2 stops22h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/225:15 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$644
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/286:50 amBUD - SAN
2 stops22h 59mAustrian Airlines
Tue 4/157:00 amSAN - BUD
2 stops30h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$646
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/288:05 amBUD - SAN
2 stops21h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/224:10 pmSAN - BUD
2 stops15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$647
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/66:20 amBUD - LAX
1 stop21h 20mAir France
Tue 12/105:25 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop19h 15mAir France
Deal found 11/20$649

Find flights from Budapest to California within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/6

7:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

5:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$534

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/6

11:40 am-10:10 pm

2 stops19h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

1:27 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops19h 08m

$536

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/3

7:15 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops32h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

10:41 am-6:30 pm

2 stops22h 49m

$538

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 1/13

7:20 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$544

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 1/13

7:20 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

8:00 am-11:20 am

2 stops18h 20m

$547

BudapestSan Jose

BUD - SJC

BUDSJC

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/5

7:15 am-10:48 pm

2 stops24h 33m

San Jose

Mon 12/9

6:10 am-11:25 am

2 stops20h 15m

$571

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD - LAX

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/11

12:25 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

9:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$585

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD - LAX

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/26

7:55 am-8:15 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

11:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$586

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD - LAX

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/10

6:35 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/31

9:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$587

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD - LAX

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/11

7:15 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

5:30 pm-10:55 am

2 stops32h 25m

$588

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to California

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Travel insights for flights from Budapest to California

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to California (average of $240). Flying from Budapest to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 November 20, 2024.

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 November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air France, Turkish Airlines and Iberia 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,300 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,165 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $621. However, be on the lookout for offers from Finnair and Air Serbia, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to California (average of $240). Flying from Budapest to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$396Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$463Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$506Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$521Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$539Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$543Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$578Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$578Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$579Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
IberiaCheapest$584Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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