What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Budapest round-trip?

Currently priced at $590, Air Canada will fly you from Chicago to Budapest and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $599 and $601, respectively. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $371 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from $388 and Delta from $438 one-way.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Budapest?

When booking a flight from Chicago to Budapest, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Finnair or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Budapest?

Of the flights from Chicago to Budapest that have layovers, most of them stop in London.

Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Budapest flights?

Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Budapest layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $50 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Budapest?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 19% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Budapest?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 51 days in advance, which can save you up to 54% on flights from Chicago to Budapest compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 51 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $704. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,007.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Budapest?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Budapest from Chicago average $711. You can even find prices in February for less than $711, as users have found deals to Budapest from as low as $490. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Budapest from Chicago. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 24%.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from Chicago?

If you book a flight to Budapest from Chicago, you will be flying to Ferenc Liszt Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is located 10.3 mi from the center of Budapest. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Ferenc Liszt Intl per day from 14 different airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Budapest?

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

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Budapest?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Chicago to Budapest flights typically cost between $625 and $853 in December. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $590 on Air Canada (Dec 27-Jan 10).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

Sat 12/278:20 pmORD - BUD

2 stops30h 05mAir Canada

Sat 1/1010:10 amBUD - ORD

2 stops40h 20mAir Canada

Deal found 7/30

$590

Sat 12/279:20 pmORD - BUD

2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/102:55 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$591

Fri 9/125:40 pmORD - BUD

1 stop23h 35mAmerican Airlines

Fri 9/197:10 amBUD - ORD

1 stop14h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$599

Sun 9/76:17 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops15h 13mDelta

Tue 9/236:20 amBUD - MDW

2 stops19h 15mDelta

Deal found 7/31

$607

Thu 9/1810:30 pmORD - BUD

1 stop18h 20mLufthansa

Thu 10/22:20 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop12h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 7/30

$609

Sun 12/147:30 amORD - BUD

2 stops18h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/52:20 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$612

Fri 9/511:25 amORD - BUD

1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines

Sat 9/208:55 amBUD - ORD

1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$626

Wed 8/207:00 amORD - BUD

2 stops29h 25mScandinavian Airlines

Thu 9/118:05 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops47h 11mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$638

Thu 8/285:15 pmORD - BUD

2 stops16h 35mBritish Airways

Wed 9/36:30 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 7/29

$645

Sun 9/77:17 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops14h 13mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/236:20 amBUD - MDW

2 stops22h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/31

$797

Fri 10/249:35 amMDW - BUD

2 stops20h 50mKLM

Tue 10/281:55 pmBUD - MDW

2 stops34h 30mKLM

Deal found 7/30

$829

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Sat 12/278:20 pmORD - BUD

2 stops30h 05mAir Canada

Sat 1/1010:10 amBUD - ORD

2 stops40h 20mAir Canada

Deal found 7/30

$590

Sat 12/279:20 pmORD - BUD

2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/102:55 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$591

Fri 9/125:40 pmORD - BUD

1 stop23h 35mAmerican Airlines

Fri 9/197:10 amBUD - ORD

1 stop14h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$599

Thu 1/158:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop15h 50mTurkish Airlines

Sat 1/249:10 amBUD - ORD

1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$601

Sun 9/76:17 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops15h 13mDelta

Tue 9/236:20 amBUD - MDW

2 stops19h 15mDelta

Deal found 7/31

$607

Thu 9/1810:30 pmORD - BUD

1 stop18h 20mLufthansa

Thu 10/22:20 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop12h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 7/30

$609

Sun 12/147:30 amORD - BUD

2 stops18h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/52:20 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$612

Wed 8/207:00 amORD - BUD

2 stops29h 25mScandinavian Airlines

Thu 9/118:05 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops47h 11mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$638

Thu 8/285:15 pmORD - BUD

2 stops16h 35mBritish Airways

Wed 9/36:30 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 7/29

$645

Fri 10/249:35 amMDW - BUD

2 stops20h 50mKLM

Tue 10/281:55 pmBUD - MDW

2 stops34h 30mKLM

Deal found 7/30

$829

Sun 9/77:17 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops14h 13mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/236:20 amBUD - MDW

2 stops22h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/31

$797

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Tue 8/52:00 pmORD - BUD

2 stops14h 50mDelta

Thu 8/146:20 amBUD - ORD

2 stops18h 45mDelta

Deal found 7/30

$851

Tue 8/59:30 pmORD - BUD

1 stop30h 50mFinnair

Fri 8/1512:05 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop12h 45mFinnair

Deal found 7/30

$933

Wed 8/64:30 pmORD - BUD

1 stop19h 20mIberia

Wed 8/203:30 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop34h 20mIberia

Deal found 7/31

$678

Wed 8/65:40 pmORD - BUD

1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines

Wed 8/206:55 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/31

$695

Wed 8/63:55 pmORD - BUD

1 stop15h 10mUnited Airlines

Thu 8/146:00 amBUD - ORD

1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$751

Wed 8/610:30 amMDW - BUD

2 stops17h 20mDelta

Fri 8/156:20 amBUD - MDW

2 stops19h 17mDelta

Deal found 7/30

$827

Wed 8/62:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop11h 25mSWISS

Wed 8/138:00 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop23h 10mSWISS

Deal found 7/30

$858

Thu 8/74:57 pmORD - BUD

2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines

Wed 8/132:50 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$978

Thu 8/73:55 pmORD - BUD

2 stops15h 35mAustrian Airlines

Wed 8/133:10 pmBUD - ORD

2 stops27h 45mAustrian Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$1,073

Sun 8/107:50 pmORD - BUD

1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines

Thu 8/148:55 amBUD - ORD

1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$1,097

Sun 8/107:15 pmORD - BUD

2 stops20h 50mScandinavian Airlines

Thu 8/148:05 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 7/31

$1,140

Tue 8/1211:25 amORD - BUD

1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines

Fri 9/128:30 pmBUD - ORD

1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$631

One-way flights from Chicago to Budapest
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Mon 9/226:10 pmORD - BUD

2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/31

$259

Tue 11/45:56 pmMDW - BUD

3 stops30h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$284

Sat 12/276:40 pmORD - BUD

1 stop19h 40mAir Serbia

Deal found 7/31

$325

Fri 10/318:20 pmORD - BUD

1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$370

Wed 8/277:50 pmORD - BUD

1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$371

Sat 11/13:45 pmORD - BUD

2 stops43h 15mAir Canada

Deal found 7/29

$422

Mon 9/111:05 amORD - BUD

2 stops17h 40mDelta

Deal found 7/30

$438

Sun 11/231:05 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops15h 35mAir France

Deal found 7/31

$438

Wed 8/272:32 pmORD - BUD

2 stops16h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$439

Sun 8/317:05 pmORD - BUD

1 stop17h 10mSWISS

Deal found 7/30

$444

Mon 9/16:17 pmMDW - BUD

2 stops15h 13mDelta

Deal found 7/29

$464

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ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/27

8:20 pm-9:25 am

2 stops30h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/10

10:10 am-7:30 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$590

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/27

9:20 pm-9:25 am

2 stops29h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/10

2:55 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$591

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

5:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop23h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 9/19

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$599

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

8:20 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/24

9:10 am-6:25 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$601

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/7

6:17 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops15h 13m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 9/23

6:20 am-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$607

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

10:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/2

2:20 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$609

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

7:30 am-9:25 am

2 stops18h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 1/5

2:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$612

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

7:00 am-7:25 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/11

8:05 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops47h 11m

$638

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

5:15 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/3

6:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop24h 20m

$645

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/7

7:17 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops14h 13m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 9/23

6:20 am-9:36 pm

2 stops22h 16m

$797

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Budapest is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Chicago to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,106). 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 CHI to BUD?

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Budapest in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Budapest?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Budapest flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and Austrian Airlines from Chicago to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

KLM

7.8

Good

1,383 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Austrian Airlines

7.6

Good

823 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Air France

7.5

Good

1,465 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

SWISS

7.5

Good

1,686 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,981 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from Chicago?
If you book a flight to Budapest from Chicago, you will be flying to Ferenc Liszt Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is located 10.3 mi from the center of Budapest. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Ferenc Liszt Intl per day from 14 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Budapest round-trip?
Currently priced at $590, Air Canada will fly you from Chicago to Budapest and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $599 and $601, respectively. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Budapest one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $371 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from $388 and Delta from $438 one-way.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Budapest?
Of the flights from Chicago to Budapest that have layovers, most of them stop in London.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?
The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $50 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Budapest flights?
Flights departing from Chicago and landing in Budapest layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently.
Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Budapest that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Budapest flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Budapest?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Budapest.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Budapest?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Budapest?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Chicago to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,106). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest$458	Average$596	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
American Airlines	Cheapest$498	Average$762	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Iberia	Cheapest$524	Average$746	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$546	Average$700	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
SWISS	Cheapest$548	Average$801	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%
Lufthansa	Cheapest$565	Average$984	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Finnair	Cheapest$565	Average$790	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
United Airlines	Cheapest$570	Average$767	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
British Airways	Cheapest$579	Average$799	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Austrian Airlines	Cheapest$601	Average$786	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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