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$234+ 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
feb. 20 — feb. 271
vie. 2/20
vie. 2/27
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 enero 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/27:10 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop15h 00m
SWISS
mar. 3/108:00 pm
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop29h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 1/20$440
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/25:30 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop13h 45m
Lufthansa
mar. 3/1010:05 am
BUD
-
LAX
2 stops18h 36m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/20$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
dom. 2/225:40 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop20h 20m
American Airlines
mar. 3/1011:35 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop14h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$444
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/225:30 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop13h 45m
Lufthansa
mar. 3/107:55 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/20$446
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/26:00 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop16h 15m
British Airways
mié. 3/118:05 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$448
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/291:11 pm
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops24h 49m
British Airways
mié. 12/98:05 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$451
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
mié. 4/228:55 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop18h 15m
British Airways
mar. 5/126:05 pm
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop33h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 1/18$452
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/108:30 am
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 3/246:05 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$453
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
dom. 2/224:32 pm
SNA
-
BUD
2 stops21h 28m
British Airways
mar. 3/108:10 pm
BUD
-
SNA
2 stops33h 29m
British Airways
Deal found 1/20$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/47:25 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop18h 55m
American Airlines
mar. 2/107:40 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop21h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$455
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
mié. 4/224:33 pm
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops22h 37m
British Airways
lun. 5/112:15 pm
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop32h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/18$456
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
lun. 3/22:39 pm
ONT
-
BUD
2 stops19h 36m
American Airlines
mar. 3/1012:20 pm
BUD
-
ONT
2 stops29h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$469

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 enero 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$440
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$234
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$552
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($259 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 enero 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Budapest that are best for you.

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California

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Budapest

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

dom. 2/22

7:20 pm-10:50 am

2 stops30h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mar. 3/10

11:35 am-6:05 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$452

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

dom. 2/22

4:32 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops21h 28m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mar. 3/10

8:10 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops33h 29m

$454

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

dom. 2/22

7:20 pm-10:50 am

2 stops30h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mar. 3/10

11:35 am-10:16 am

2 stops30h 41m

$457

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

mié. 3/11

6:40 pm-10:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 3/16

7:15 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$462

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

dom. 4/19

8:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop28h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 5/1

7:05 am-12:42 am

2 stops26h 37m

$462

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

lun. 4/20

8:20 pm-11:20 am

2 stops30h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 4/27

6:25 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops32h 57m

$462

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

lun. 3/2

5:40 pm-10:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 3/9

7:15 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$462

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

mié. 3/4

5:40 pm-10:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 3/9

7:15 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$462

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

mié. 3/4

7:20 pm-10:50 am

2 stops30h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 3/25

11:35 am-10:16 am

2 stops30h 41m

$462

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

mié. 4/29

6:50 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 5/13

12:05 pm-12:58 am

2 stops21h 53m

$466

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $434). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $723). 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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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 Finnair, British Airways, and American Airlines fly from California to Budapest in about 19h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6200 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 $298 and $341 on Scandinavian Airlines and American Airlines, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $434). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $723). 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 enero 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$290Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$448Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$453Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$470Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
CondorCheapest$480Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$495Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$500Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$500Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$502Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$512Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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