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$343+ 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sun 6/28
Sun 7/5
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 May 29, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Tue 8/257:00 am
SAN
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BUD
2 stops27h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/810:25 am
BUD
-
SAN
2 stops21h 23m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/26$711
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/27:21 am
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops26h 49m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 10/1010:25 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops20h 46m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/27$712
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 8/287:00 am
SAN
-
BUD
2 stops41h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/117:50 pm
BUD
-
SAN
2 stops35h 58m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/29$712
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/161:15 pm
SNA
-
BUD
2 stops59h 25m
Air Canada
Tue 8/259:45 am
BUD
-
SNA
2 stops35h 38m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/27$727
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/194:15 pm
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops22h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 8/255:55 am
BUD
-
LAX
2 stops40h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/25$728
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2912:25 pm
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops39h 10m
Air Canada
Wed 12/96:30 am
BUD
-
LAX
2 stops24h 09m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/25$730
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/126:05 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop19h 20m
Delta
Thu 8/206:00 am
BUD
-
LAX
2 stops19h 46m
Delta
Deal found 5/24$731
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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.
Sat 8/1510:35 pm
LAX
-
BUD
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2211:45 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/24$734
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Tue 10/2710:00 am
SAN
-
BUD
2 stops25h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/107:50 pm
BUD
-
SAN
2 stops36h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/29$735
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Mon 11/97:20 pm
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/167:15 pm
BUD
-
LAX
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$735
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/52:00 pm
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops18h 50m
Delta
Wed 8/196:00 am
BUD
-
LAX
2 stops19h 06m
Delta
Deal found 5/25$736
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:15 am
LAX
-
BUD
2 stops23h 55m
Brussels Airlines
Thu 9/175:55 am
BUD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 15m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 5/25$737

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 May 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$711
(oojo)

One-way from

$343
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$817
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 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

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 8/5

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/19

6:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$736

BurbankBudapest

BUR - BUD

BURBUD

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 8/16

12:44 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops19h 06m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-8:52 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$740

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/16

2:25 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/26

1:20 pm-9:17 am

3 stops28h 57m

$740

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/18

10:33 am-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 02m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/26

1:20 pm-9:17 am

3 stops28h 57m

$740

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

10:33 pm-9:45 am

2 stops50h 12m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/20

10:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$741

BurbankBudapest

BUR - BUD

BURBUD

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 11/2

6:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 11/16

2:25 pm-3:56 pm

2 stops34h 31m

$758

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/17

8:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 8/28

12:05 pm-10:52 am

2 stops31h 47m

$759
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 8/12

6:05 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/18

6:10 am-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$759

BurbankBudapest

BUR - BUD

BURBUD

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 8/16

6:35 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/27

9:25 am-7:19 pm

2 stops18h 54m

$769

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

6:05 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/20

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 50m

$772

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $306). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $661). 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?

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 69 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 Delta, United Airlines, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from California to Budapest in about 18h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 31h 22m. 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 $296 on KLM and Finnair, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Budapest (average of $306). Flying from California to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $661). 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 May 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$427Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$448Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$453Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$456Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$490Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$497Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$502Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$504Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$512Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$513Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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