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$370+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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BUD — SFO
abr. 22 — abr. 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to San Francisco are usually found in November or February, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 abril 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$602
(British Airways)

One-way from

$370
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$753
Provider with most accurate pricing for Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-San Francisco flights.
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Budapest to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mié. 9/36:55 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops32h 27mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/164:35 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$598
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
lun. 5/57:25 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
dom. 5/117:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop20h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$602
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
vie. 5/26:00 amBUD - SFO
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/82:20 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$605
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jue. 5/18:00 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 10mSWISS
jue. 5/87:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop28h 15mSWISS
Deal found 4/17$606
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
vie. 5/26:00 amBUD - SFO
2 stops23h 10mAir Canada
dom. 9/711:45 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops33h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/17$613
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 9/312:05 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops21h 11mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/164:35 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$614
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
lun. 5/56:55 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops27h 55mFinnair
dom. 5/117:30 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops30h 50mFinnair
Deal found 4/16$623
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
dom. 5/46:05 amBUD - SFO
1 stop17h 30mLufthansa
dom. 9/77:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop19h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$633
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
jue. 5/226:20 amBUD - SFO
1 stop14h 25mDelta
sáb. 6/77:10 amSFO - BUD
2 stops19h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/16$645
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/2710:25 amBUD - SFO
1 stop16h 30mScandinavian Airlines
lun. 11/34:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop32h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/17$674
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jue. 5/16:20 amBUD - SFO
2 stops18h 26mAir France
mié. 5/148:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 35mAir France
Deal found 4/17$681
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
dom. 9/1411:15 amBUD - SFO
2 stops34h 25mAustrian Airlines
dom. 9/217:55 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops33h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/17$690

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to San Francisco 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 abril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to San Francisco that are best for you.

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BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 5/5

7:25 am-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 25m

San Francisco

dom. 5/11

7:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$602

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 5/2

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 10m

San Francisco

lun. 9/8

2:20 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$605

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 5/1

8:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San Francisco

jue. 5/8

7:30 pm-8:45 am

1 stop28h 15m

$606

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 5/22

12:05 pm-12:22 am

2 stops21h 17m

San Francisco

lun. 5/26

7:21 am-1:45 pm

2 stops21h 24m

$607

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 5/2

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 10m

San Francisco

dom. 9/7

11:45 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$613

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 5/5

6:55 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops27h 55m

San Francisco

dom. 5/11

7:30 pm-11:20 am

2 stops30h 50m

$623

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 4/28

12:15 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops19h 24m

San Francisco

lun. 5/5

10:20 pm-1:15 am

2 stops17h 55m

$632

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

dom. 5/4

6:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop17h 30m

San Francisco

dom. 9/7

7:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$633

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 5/22

6:20 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 25m

San Francisco

sáb. 6/7

7:10 am-11:45 am

2 stops19h 35m

$645

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 5/1

6:20 am-3:46 pm

2 stops18h 26m

San Francisco

mié. 5/14

8:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$681

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Deals found on 4/17

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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 Budapest to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 Budapest-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Budapest-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Budapest-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Budapest-San Francisco 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 Budapest-San Francisco 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 Budapest to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Budapest with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Budapest to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Budapest to San Francisco is 14 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Budapest to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Budapest to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Budapest to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Budapest to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Budapest to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated abril 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Finnair and Air France from Budapest to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Budapest to San Francisco. 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 Budapest to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Budapest to San Francisco is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $602 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and SWISS, starting at $605 and $606 round-trip. British Airways is 16% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Budapest to San Francisco are Lufthansa ($610), British Airways ($643), and Air Serbia ($682).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Budapest to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Budapest to San Francisco

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to San Francisco. 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 abril 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$396Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$463Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$521Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$536Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$539Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$543Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$553Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$600Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$614Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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