Budapest

$207+ Cheap flights to Budapest

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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BUD
Oct 25 — Nov 11
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Flights to Budapest in 2025

Find the latest flights to Budapest in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on September 25, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$566

Round-trip from

$428

One-way from

$207
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
From New York to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
One-way flight from New York to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD)

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Cheapest flights to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Budapest. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on September 25, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:25 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop10h 25mSWISS
Thu 11/276:15 amBUD - JFK
1 stop12h 50mSWISS
Deal found 9/24$428
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/59:00 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop19h 45mSWISS
Mon 12/158:00 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop23h 05mSWISS
Deal found 9/23$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 10/298:15 pmLGA - BUD
2 stops15h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/181:20 pmBUD - LGA
2 stops15h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/24$429
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/224:15 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop10h 30mSWISS
Wed 10/299:40 amBUD - JFK
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Deal found 9/23$430
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Thu 12/46:05 amLGA - BUD
2 stops20h 45mAir Canada
Thu 12/119:40 amBUD - LGA
2 stops32h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 9/23$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Tue 11/184:25 pmJFK - BUD
2 stops14h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/259:40 amBUD - JFK
1 stop13h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$431
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 12/1012:45 pmLGA - BUD
2 stops21h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/171:20 pmBUD - LGA
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$431
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Fri 10/249:45 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/59:40 amBUD - JFK
2 stops17h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/24$432
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 10/224:15 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop10h 30mSWISS
Thu 10/302:55 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop31h 45mSWISS
Deal found 9/23$433
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Thu 12/2510:35 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop12h 35mLOT
Wed 1/78:20 pmBUD - EWR
1 stop30h 05mLOT
Deal found 9/23$433
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:35 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop12h 35mLOT
Sat 12/139:45 amBUD - JFK
1 stop16h 50mLOT
Deal found 9/23$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 10/229:50 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop10h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/299:40 amBUD - EWR
1 stop16h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$434

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Locate flights to Budapest that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on September 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Budapest that are best for you.

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Price

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/24

7:45 pm-8:50 am

2 stops31h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 2/7

7:55 am-9:32 pm

2 stops19h 37m

$429

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/29

8:15 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops15h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 11/18

1:20 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops15h 56m

$429

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/24

6:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 12/1

1:20 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops39h 13m

$429

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/3

7:15 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops15h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/9

1:20 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops15h 56m

$429

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/4

6:05 am-8:50 am

2 stops20h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/11

9:40 am-11:58 am

2 stops32h 18m

$430

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

4:25 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/9

6:20 am-2:20 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$431

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/10

12:45 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/17

1:20 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops16h 24m

$431

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/10

4:20 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/16

7:55 am-6:44 pm

2 stops16h 49m

$431

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/23

2:55 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 2/6

7:50 am-4:57 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$435

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/4

10:25 am-2:05 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/18

9:40 am-11:43 pm

2 stops20h 03m

$438

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Compare providers for flights to Budapest

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 to Budapest in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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: Out of all of the providers offering Budapest flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Budapest flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Budapest flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Budapest. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

The best insider tips for flights to Budapest

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Budapest trip
Airlines
Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers travel sets with sleep masks and toiletries on long-haul flights.


Business Class on Turkish Airlines includes priority luggage delivery and lounge access.

Delta

Delta One offers 180-degree flat-bed seats with duvets and lumbar pillows on long-haul routes.


Delta Comfort+ provides extra legroom and upgraded snacks, ideal for international flights.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding on long-haul routes.


United Premium Plus includes extra legroom and upgraded meals on international flights.

SWISS

SWISS offers complimentary messaging Wi-Fi on long-haul flights for all passengers.


SWISS Premium Economy features hard-shell seats that recline without disturbing others.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa Allegris offers adjustable headrests and slim seats for comfort on long-haul flights.


Lufthansa Premium Economy includes hard-shell seats and generous recline for comfort.

Read more about Lufthansaby Blane Bachelor
British Airways

BA Club Suite features solo pods with doors for privacy on select aircraft.


BA Premium Economy offers extra seat width and legroom in a dedicated cabin.

Airports
BUD

Arriving at BUD is simple and quick. After baggage claim, find rental cars, taxis, and public transport options like the 100E Airport Express bus.

Read more about BUDby John Walton
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Best time to book a flight to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Budapest

When is the best time to book a flight to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Budapest. Price data was last updated on September 19, 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Budapest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Budapest?

On average, a flight from New York to Budapest takes 13 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Budapest from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Budapest?

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

Users looking for the lowest fares to Budapest should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Saturday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Budapest?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Budapest are Finnair, American Airlines and Brussels Airlines.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Budapest by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. 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 Budapest. Reviews last updated September 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, SWISS, and United Airlines to Hungary by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

FAQs about flying to Budapest

Budapest, Hungary airport overview

Located 10 miles (16km) east of Budapest, Budapest Franz Liszt International Airport (BUD) is the largest of Hungary’s five international airports. Renamed in 2011 for the famous Hungarian composer and pianist on the 200th anniversary of his birth, the airport is still popularly known as Budapest Ferihegy International Airport.

The airport is an important hub in Eastern Europe, and flights to Budapest International Airport come from destinations all over the world, including New York, Paris, London, Prague, Berlin, Cairo, Tel Aviv, Amsterdam, Beijing, St Petersburg and Doha. This gateway to Budapest is known for its efficiency, if not its friendliness. If you want fast processing times and short queues, you’ll love the airport – just don’t expect the staff to smile much.

The brand-new SkyCourt provides much-needed entertainment for waiting passengers, and further expansion is on the cards for Budapest Ferihegy, including a business park and hotel with conference facilities, and additional car parks and cargo facilities.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 10.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Budapest.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Budapest if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Budapest on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Budapest?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Scandinavian Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Budapest.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Budapest. One-way flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl typically cost $13, while round-trip flights cost around $19.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Budapest?

    A round-trip flight to Budapest will typically cost around $51, however they can be found for as little as $19.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Budapest depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Budapest, Boston Logan Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 40 minutes).

  • Which airport is closest to Nemzeti színház?

    If being close to Nemzeti színház is important to you, you’ll want to land at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

  • Does Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl?

    Yes. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. ibis Styles Budapest Airport is the closest property to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (0.0 mi away from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl).

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