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$687+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to San José (SJO)

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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — SJO
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 José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or November, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to San José (SJO). 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.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$741
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$687
(SWISS)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$801
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Cheapest flights from Budapest to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

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.
Thu 3/1310:20 amBUD - SJO
2 stops41h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/255:30 amSJO - BUD
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$741
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/176:00 amBUD - SJO
1 stop19h 35mLufthansa
Tue 7/17:25 pmSJO - BUD
2 stops20h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$848
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.
Mon 3/106:15 amBUD - SJO
1 stop15h 20mSWISS
Fri 3/214:25 pmSJO - BUD
1 stop33h 20mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$929
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:15 amBUD - SJO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/214:25 pmSJO - BUD
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$947
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/133:00 pmBUD - SJO
1 stop34h 25mKLM
Tue 3/251:21 pmSJO - BUD
2 stops19h 54mKLM
Deal found 2/20$1,049
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/136:20 amBUD - SJO
1 stop18h 35mAir France
Tue 3/258:10 pmSJO - BUD
1 stop18h 30mAir France
Deal found 2/20$1,061
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.
Mon 3/108:10 pmBUD - SJO
3 stops32h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 3/2110:15 amSJO - BUD
3 stops26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,382

Find flights from Budapest to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to San José 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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Budapest

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Depart

Return

Price

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/13

10:20 am-8:55 pm

2 stops41h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/25

5:30 am-1:55 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$741

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 6/17

6:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/1

7:25 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$848

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/10

6:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/21

4:25 pm-8:45 am

1 stop33h 20m

$929

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/10

6:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/21

4:25 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$947

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/13

3:00 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop34h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/25

1:21 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops19h 54m

$1,049

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/13

6:20 am-5:55 pm

1 stop18h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/25

8:10 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$1,061

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/10

8:10 pm-10:05 pm

3 stops32h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/21

10:15 am-7:15 pm

3 stops26h 00m

$1,382

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/22

8:00 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$687

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/22

1:25 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$706

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/22

1:55 pm-9:54 pm

3 stops39h 59m

$970

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Deals found on 2/20

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Travel insights for flights from Budapest to San José

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to San José. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Budapest to San José, San José Province is 72 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 José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Budapest to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to San José. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Budapest to San José, San José Province in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Budapest to San José, San José Province round-trip from $741. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $848, and SWISS, from $929. United Airlines is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to San José 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 José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Budapest to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 5 airlines flying from Budapest to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to San José. 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
Air FranceCheapest$523Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$654Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$676Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$692Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$716Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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