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$279+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — WAS
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 March 31, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$459
(Finnair)

One-way from

$279
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$568
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Cheapest flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:25 amBUD - IAD
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2810:40 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$459
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.
Wed 5/286:10 amBUD - DCA
2 stops21h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/116:00 amDCA - BUD
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$463
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.
Sun 11/236:10 amBUD - IAD
2 stops15h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/78:15 amIAD - BUD
2 stops23h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$463
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/33:00 pmBUD - IAD
1 stop32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1810:40 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$467
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/37:20 amBUD - IAD
1 stop18h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 5/1810:40 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop20h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/31$469
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/246:55 pmBUD - IAD
2 stops31h 15mFinnair
Mon 4/2810:40 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops30h 40mFinnair
Deal found 3/30$473
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.
Sun 11/236:15 amBUD - IAD
1 stop15h 15mSWISS
Sun 12/78:45 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop16h 25mSWISS
Deal found 3/31$474
This Billigflug 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:40 amBUD - DCA
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/285:59 pmDCA - BUD
2 stops25h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$477
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/293:30 pmBUD - IAD
1 stop29h 30mIberia
Fri 6/2010:40 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop19h 35mIberia
Deal found 3/30$482
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/38:25 amBUD - IAD
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
Sun 5/1810:20 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop19h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 3/31$483
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.
Tue 5/611:35 amBUD - IAD
2 stops15h 33mAir Canada
Wed 5/282:25 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops14h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$509
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.
Wed 6/46:05 amBUD - BWI
2 stops37h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/116:40 amBWI - BUD
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$524

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/6

7:25 am-8:05 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

10:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop19h 35m

$459

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - DCA

BUDDCA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/28

6:10 am-9:53 pm

2 stops21h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$463

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 6/4

6:10 am-11:14 am

2 stops35h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/11

4:00 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$463

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/3

3:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop32h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/18

10:40 pm-1:15 am

1 stop20h 35m

$467

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/3

7:20 am-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/18

10:40 pm-1:15 am

1 stop20h 35m

$469

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/24

6:55 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

10:40 pm-11:20 am

2 stops30h 40m

$473

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - DCA

BUDDCA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/24

7:40 am-10:15 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

5:59 pm-1:15 am

2 stops25h 16m

$477

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/20

2:55 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/11

8:45 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$478

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/29

3:30 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/20

10:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop19h 35m

$482

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/3

8:25 am-7:25 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/18

10:20 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$483

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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 Washington, D.C. in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice 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-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Budapest-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Budapest-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Budapest-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Budapest with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, LOT and Finnair from Budapest to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
770 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
1,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 10.3 mi from the city center, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Budapest. Booking flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Budapest to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $463. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $467 and $469, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Budapest to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $522. Users have also found prices from $530 and $545 on Finnair and British Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular flight routes from Budapest to Washington, D.C. are Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Baltimore/Washington.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. 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
British AirwaysCheapest$414Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$433Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$477Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$507Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$515Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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