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$345+ 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 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BUD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 30, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:26 amCMH - BUD
2 stops20h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/107:55 amBUD - CMH
2 stops19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$562
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1111:52 amCMH - BUD
2 stops15h 48mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/1810:25 amBUD - CMH
2 stops17h 27mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/29$735
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Wed 11/125:58 pmCMH - BUD
2 stops21h 12mLufthansa
Wed 11/196:20 amBUD - CMH
2 stops20h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$748
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/123:05 pmCMH - BUD
2 stops15h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/182:25 pmBUD - CMH
2 stops36h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:20 pmCMH - BUD
2 stops16h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:20 amBUD - CMH
2 stops21h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$764
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:30 amCMH - BUD
3 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Wed 11/1910:15 amBUD - CMH
2 stops16h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 10/29$773
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/113:05 pmCMH - BUD
2 stops15h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/196:20 amBUD - CMH
2 stops20h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$785
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 11/1210:30 amCMH - BUD
3 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1912:20 pmBUD - CMH
2 stops38h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$798
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 12/144:25 pmCMH - BUD
2 stops15h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/219:40 amBUD - CMH
2 stops20h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$938
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:00 pmCMH - BUD
2 stops15h 50mLufthansa
Sat 12/201:20 pmBUD - CMH
2 stops16h 24mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$1,214

Cheap 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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$531
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$345
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$700
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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Budapest that are best for you.

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ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Tue 3/17

12:05 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/7

7:50 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$531

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Sat 1/17

2:18 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/25

6:20 am-8:24 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$560

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Thu 11/27

10:26 am-12:35 pm

2 stops20h 09m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/10

7:55 am-8:56 pm

2 stops19h 01m

$562

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Sat 2/7

2:18 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops19h 57m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 2/15

1:20 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops16h 12m

$563

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Mon 1/5

1:01 pm-11:30 am

2 stops16h 29m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/11

6:55 am-5:59 pm

2 stops17h 04m

$631

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Fri 4/24

6:00 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops16h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/13

5:55 am-5:11 pm

2 stops17h 16m

$650

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Wed 4/1

4:05 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/5

1:25 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$674

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Fri 3/27

5:48 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/31

9:25 am-8:41 pm

2 stops17h 16m

$679

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Wed 4/1

6:00 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/5

5:30 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops34h 41m

$680

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Sat 11/29

9:30 am-11:25 pm

3 stops31h 55m

$345

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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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 $516). Flying from Columbus to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,280). 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 CMH to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Budapest in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Budapest. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 October 30, 2025.
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
8,998 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,541 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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 Scandinavian Airlines and Lufthansa fly from Columbus to Budapest in about 24h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 13m. There are 4738 mi between Columbus and Budapest. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($568), Lufthansa ($631), and United Airlines ($637) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Budapest. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Budapest for 32% 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 $516). Flying from Columbus to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,280). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$568Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$631Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$637Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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