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$313+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BUD
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
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 May 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Mon 11/98:00 am
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops22h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 11/126:30 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops20h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21$745
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:00 am
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops44h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/2310:25 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops17h 14m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/25$764
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/91:00 pm
CMH
-
BUD
1 stop13h 10m
British Airways
Wed 9/2310:05 am
BUD
-
CMH
1 stop20h 33m
British Airways
Deal found 5/25$780
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/93:15 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/2310:05 am
BUD
-
CMH
1 stop20h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25$788
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/910:39 am
CMH
-
BUD
1 stop15h 31m
American Airlines
Wed 9/2310:05 am
BUD
-
CMH
1 stop19h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/25$789
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:59 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops21h 31m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/2311:45 am
BUD
-
CMH
1 stop14h 36m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/25$792
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.
Mon 9/142:15 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops20h 55m
Air Canada
Wed 9/2311:45 am
BUD
-
CMH
1 stop14h 36m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/25$794
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 9/97:59 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops14h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 9/1611:45 am
BUD
-
CMH
1 stop14h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/25$795
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.
Mon 9/142:15 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops20h 55m
Air Canada
Tue 9/225:55 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops15h 27m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/25$797
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 9/97:59 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops14h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 9/235:55 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops15h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/25$798
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.
Sun 9/132:30 pm
CMH
-
BUD
2 stops21h 20m
Delta
Thu 9/176:00 am
BUD
-
CMH
2 stops17h 38m
Delta
Deal found 5/25$802

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 May 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$745
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$313
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,260
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 May 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Budapest that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Mon 11/9

8:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 11/12

6:30 am-8:56 pm

2 stops20h 26m

$745

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Wed 9/9

7:59 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops14h 51m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/16

11:45 am-8:21 pm

1 stop14h 36m

$795
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Fri 9/11

4:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop11h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/16

11:45 am-8:21 pm

1 stop14h 36m

$841

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Tue 9/15

9:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop17h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/17

5:55 am-3:22 pm

2 stops15h 27m

$851

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Fri 9/11

7:59 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops14h 51m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 9/22

1:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$856

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Fri 9/11

2:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops16h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/16

1:00 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$857

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Sun 8/2

9:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop17h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/16

11:45 am-1:32 pm

1 stop31h 47m

$904

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Tue 7/7

4:05 pm-9:40 am

1 stop11h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 7/14

5:55 am-3:22 pm

2 stops15h 27m

$931

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Fri 8/21

9:55 am-8:55 am

2 stops17h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/30

11:45 am-8:22 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$938
Cheapest one-way

ColumbusBudapest

CMH - BUD

CMHBUD

Columbus

Sat 9/5

7:49 pm-9:40 am

2 stops31h 51m

$353

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Budapest

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Budapest (average of $500). Flying from Columbus to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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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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 May 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Budapest, such as United Airlines,American Airlines, andLufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,640 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,032 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,007 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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 4 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 22h 35m. 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 British Airways ($554) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Budapest. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Budapest for 34% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Budapest (average of $500). Flying from Columbus to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,162). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Budapest

Discover the top 4 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 May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$549Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$549Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$554Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$583Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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