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$330+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to San Francisco are usually found in November or February, booked 73 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$561
(Finnair)

One-way from

$330
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$665
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/912:05 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/97:20 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$561
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2711:40 amBUD - SFO
2 stops21h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/126:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop33h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$571
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/286:55 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops33h 09mFinnair
Wed 5/712:57 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops20h 13mFinnair
Deal found 2/20$573
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/277:15 amBUD - SFO
1 stop16h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 3/129:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$574
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:20 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Tue 9/167:00 amSFO - BUD
2 stops19h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/20$630
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 10/3110:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops32h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/3010:45 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$656
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:15 amBUD - SFO
1 stop19h 10mSWISS
Thu 11/207:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop18h 20mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$659
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/171:25 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 57mLufthansa
Tue 4/299:05 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop25h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$692
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:10 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 50mIberia
Tue 3/119:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 15mIberia
Deal found 2/19$703
This Austrian 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/55:50 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops27h 45mAustrian Airlines
Tue 11/188:35 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops16h 50mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$717
This Turkish 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/158:10 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 3/212:10 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop38h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$781
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/32:20 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops33h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/166:45 pmSFO - BUD
3 stops43h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/20$857

Find flights from Budapest to San Francisco within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

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BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/9

12:05 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops20h 04m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

7:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop19h 55m

$561

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/9

12:05 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops20h 04m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

7:20 pm-11:20 am

2 stops31h 00m

$571

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/10

7:40 am-5:15 pm

1 stop18h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

7:20 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$575

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/4

6:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop17h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 4/13

8:35 am-12:40 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$663

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/17

1:25 pm-1:22 am

2 stops20h 57m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

9:05 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 35m

$692

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/6

6:10 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

9:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$703

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/15

8:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop29h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 3/21

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop38h 40m

$781

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/16

12:05 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops41h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

1:07 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops20h 03m

$799

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/6

6:50 am-7:55 pm

2 stops22h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

1:50 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$1,251

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 7/7

5:30 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops32h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 7/21

4:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$1,477

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Compare providers for flights from Budapest to San Francisco

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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Budapest-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Travel insights for flights from Budapest to San Francisco

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

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 February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Budapest to San Francisco is 73 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 $403). 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,273 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
773 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 $562 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Finnair, starting at $571 and $572 round-trip. British Airways is 22% 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 British Airways ($621), Finnair ($626), and Delta ($631).

  • 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 $403). 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$396Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$463Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$521Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$521Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$539Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$550Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$551Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$607Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$651Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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