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$299+ Cheap flights from California to Budapest (BUD)

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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Budapest

Cheapest flights from California to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/15:15 pm
LAS
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BUD
1 stop13h 50m
Condor
Tue 9/88:20 am
BUD
-
LAS
1 stop15h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/25$661
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/135:15 pm
LAS
-
BUD
1 stop13h 50m
Condor
Sat 8/295:05 pm
BUD
-
LAS
1 stop33h 45m
Condor
Deal found 7/24$675
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/74:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop20h 15m
Condor
Wed 9/238:20 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Deal found 7/28$680
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/115:15 pm
LAS
-
BUD
1 stop13h 50m
Condor
Tue 8/258:20 am
BUD
-
LAS
1 stop15h 55m
Condor
Deal found 7/24$688
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 10/1512:55 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop21h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/261:55 pm
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop35h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$689
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/254:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop19h 45m
Condor
Wed 10/145:05 pm
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop30h 25m
Condor
Deal found 7/27$692
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/267:35 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop33h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/91:55 pm
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop35h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$699
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 9/154:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop14h 35m
Condor
Fri 9/188:20 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Deal found 7/25$703
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/74:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop14h 35m
Condor
Thu 9/108:20 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Deal found 7/28$705
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/74:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop14h 35m
Condor
Wed 9/168:20 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Deal found 7/24$706
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 9/94:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop19h 35m
Condor
Tue 9/158:20 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Deal found 7/25$711
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/74:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop14h 35m
Condor
Fri 9/118:20 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Deal found 7/28$712

Find flight deals from California to Budapest

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Budapest flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$661
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$299
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$912
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One-way flight from California to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($210 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Budapest 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 July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Budapest that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 10/5

6:45 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/14

2:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 40m

$699

OntarioBudapest

ONT - BUD

ONTBUD

Ontario

Wed 12/9

6:53 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops17h 17m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/15

2:25 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops17h 41m

$741

OntarioBudapest

ONT - BUD

ONTBUD

Ontario

Wed 12/9

6:53 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops17h 17m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 1/12

10:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$742

OntarioBudapest

ONT - BUD

ONTBUD

Ontario

Wed 12/9

6:53 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops17h 17m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/13

6:30 am-5:47 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$742

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

8:30 am-4:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/10

6:00 am-9:54 pm

2 stops24h 54m

$744

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/9

3:05 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/16

11:45 am-1:57 pm

2 stops35h 12m

$749

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 10/18

6:45 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop33h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 10/25

1:55 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$754

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 12/15

5:27 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops18h 43m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 1/12

10:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$763

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/6

7:45 am-10:25 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/16

11:25 am-8:23 pm

2 stops17h 58m

$769

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/8

11:10 am-6:15 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 9/15

5:55 am-9:35 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$770

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Best time to book a flight from California to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Budapest

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $604). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,134). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Budapest?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
California to Budapest flights typically cost between $681 and $909 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $714 on Condor (Aug 8-Sep 28).

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

The price you pay for your flight from California to Budapest may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Budapest. 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 into for flights to Budapest from California?

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

  • How long is the flight from California to Budapest?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Condor, and LOT fly from California to Budapest in about 14h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h. Airlines will cover a distance of 6228 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $253. Users have also found prices from $258 and $307 on KLM and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Budapest?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl or Ontario - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl, Los Angeles - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is the most popular route from California to Budapest.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Budapest 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 California to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $604). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,134). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Budapest. 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 July 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$397Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$427Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$448Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$453Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$456Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$490Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$497Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$502Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$507Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$512Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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