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$221+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BUD
Mar 7 — Mar 141
Sat 3/7
Sat 3/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Budapest

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 5, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 5/610:36 am
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops24h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 5/125:55 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops15h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$525
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 5/63:45 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/125:55 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$530
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/82:15 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/245:30 pm
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops36h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$539
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 3/1012:33 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops29h 27m
British Airways
Wed 3/258:05 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops32h 54m
British Airways
Deal found 2/4$555
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/27:33 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops21h 47m
British Airways
Mon 3/97:20 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops18h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 2/2$556
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 8/84:24 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops35h 16m
United Airlines
Mon 8/2411:45 am
BUD
-
CMH
3 stops32h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$565
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Sun 3/156:04 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops23h 56m
British Airways
Mon 3/2312:15 pm
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops34h 47m
British Airways
Deal found 2/3$566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/610:36 am
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops30h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 5/205:55 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops15h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4$580

Find flight deals from Columbus to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Budapest (BUD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$525
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$221
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$501
From Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 February 5, 2026.
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ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Wed 5/6

10:36 am-4:50 pm

2 stops24h 14m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/12

5:55 am-3:05 pm

2 stops15h 10m

$525

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Wed 5/6

3:45 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/12

5:55 am-3:05 pm

2 stops15h 10m

$530

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Tue 3/10

12:33 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops29h 27m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 3/25

8:05 am-11:59 am

2 stops32h 54m

$555

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Thu 3/19

12:33 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops29h 32m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/26

7:15 am-11:59 am

2 stops33h 44m

$556

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Mon 3/2

7:33 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops21h 47m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/9

7:20 am-8:30 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$556

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Sun 3/15

6:04 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops23h 56m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/23

12:15 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops34h 47m

$566

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Wed 5/6

10:36 am-11:30 pm

2 stops30h 54m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/20

5:55 am-3:05 pm

2 stops15h 10m

$580

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Wed 4/1

12:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/5

2:15 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$623

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Fri 5/8

7:47 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops15h 03m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 5/29

5:55 am-3:05 pm

2 stops15h 10m

$630

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Tue 5/12

11:57 am-10:55 am

2 stops16h 58m

$221

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Budapest (average of $501). Flying from Columbus to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). 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.

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 February 5, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Budapest, such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Lufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,222 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,759 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Budapest. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ferenc Liszt Intl from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Budapest airport from Columbus. It is only a 10.3 mi journey from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Budapest’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Budapest?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Columbus to Budapest in about 24h 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 4738 mi between Columbus and Budapest.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($549), Lufthansa ($549), and American Airlines ($568) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Budapest. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Budapest for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Budapest (average of $501). Flying from Columbus to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Budapest

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 February 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$549Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$549Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$568Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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