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$278+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Budapest
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Mon 12/299:00 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 1/125:40 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/14$730
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Mon 12/295:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Mon 1/1210:00 amBUD - LAX
1 stop14h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$745
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Mon 12/292:54 pmLAX - BUD
2 stops23h 26mBritish Airways
Sat 1/105:10 pmBUD - LAX
2 stops34h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$853
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Mon 12/295:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Sat 1/101:20 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop34h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$861
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Mon 12/295:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/107:50 amBUD - LAX
2 stops20h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$862
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Mon 12/295:30 pmLAX - BUD
2 stops19h 25mAustrian Airlines
Sat 1/107:50 amBUD - LAX
2 stops20h 19mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/15$876
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Tue 12/237:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop29h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 1/135:05 pmBUD - LAX
2 stops32h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,039

Find flight deals from Irvine to Budapest

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Budapest flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

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Mytrip
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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$496
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$278
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$801
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Budapest that are best for you.

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Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

4:45 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/10

8:10 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$501

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

11:25 am-11:20 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/16

5:40 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops33h 11m

$504

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

9:00 pm-10:50 am

2 stops28h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/9

7:15 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$512

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

7:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 2/8

10:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$516

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

8:30 am-12:35 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/4

9:40 am-10:00 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$539

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Fri 3/6

11:56 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops38h 04m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/15

6:55 am-4:50 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$550

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Sat 3/14

10:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/21

5:10 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$553

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

9:53 am-5:10 pm

2 stops22h 17m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/3

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 15m

$556

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

9:50 am-11:40 am

2 stops16h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/2

12:10 pm-11:45 am

1 stop32h 35m

$556

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

7:55 am-11:40 am

2 stops18h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/2

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 15m

$556

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Budapest

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Budapest. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Budapest is 35 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 Irvine to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Budapest (average of $441). Flying from Irvine to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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 IR9 to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 December 17, 2025.

When flying from Irvine to Budapest, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Budapest flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 December 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Austrian Airlines, SWISS, and Scandinavian Airlines from Irvine to Budapest to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
879 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Sep 2025

FLR - VIE

Staff was really nice, they provided water as a beverage. Otherwise you had to purchase beverages or food. A complementary chocolate was provided at the end of the flight.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
879 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
879 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Sep 2025

FLR - VIE

Staff was really nice, they provided water as a beverage. Otherwise you had to purchase beverages or food. A complementary chocolate was provided at the end of the flight.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,813 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
879 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Sep 2025

FLR - VIE

Staff was really nice, they provided water as a beverage. Otherwise you had to purchase beverages or food. A complementary chocolate was provided at the end of the flight.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,606 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
879 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Sep 2025

FLR - VIE

Staff was really nice, they provided water as a beverage. Otherwise you had to purchase beverages or food. A complementary chocolate was provided at the end of the flight.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,632 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
879 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Sep 2025

FLR - VIE

Staff was really nice, they provided water as a beverage. Otherwise you had to purchase beverages or food. A complementary chocolate was provided at the end of the flight.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,580 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
879 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Sep 2025

FLR - VIE

Staff was really nice, they provided water as a beverage. Otherwise you had to purchase beverages or food. A complementary chocolate was provided at the end of the flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Irvine to Budapest, you will be flying into Ferenc Liszt Intl. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is just 10.3 mi from the center of the city. Ferenc Liszt Intl is the only Budapest airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day. 14 airlines have flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl from Irvine on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Budapest?

    There are many flights that can get you from Irvine to Budapest in 21h 35m. Fly via British Airways, Finnair, or Scandinavian Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Irvine and Budapest is about 6228 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Finnair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $296. Users have also found prices from $298 and $341 on Scandinavian Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Budapest (average of $441). Flying from Irvine to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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 Irvine to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$425Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$448Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$453Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$471Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$495Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$500Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$500Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$502Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$528Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$557Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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