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$212+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

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Round-trip from

$652
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$212
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,211
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:35 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop28h 10mSWISS
Tue 8/122:55 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop34h 35mSWISS
Deal found 6/12$639
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/169:49 pmLAX - BUD
2 stops37h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 8/218:05 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop29h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$644
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/254:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/26:50 amBUD - LAX
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$652
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/2211:00 amLAX - BUD
2 stops16h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/121:25 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop34h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$659
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/254:35 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop34h 35mLOT
Fri 8/225:35 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop30h 00mLOT
Deal found 6/12$661
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:55 pmLAX - BUD
2 stops29h 45mAir Canada
Tue 1/67:55 amBUD - LAX
2 stops22h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$665
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/142:55 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Mon 8/185:30 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop30h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$696
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 9/1512:10 amLAX - BUD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/221:55 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop17h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12$718
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/2911:11 amLAX - BUD
2 stops22h 24mDelta
Tue 9/26:20 amBUD - LAX
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/11$719
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:00 amLAX - BUD
2 stops18h 35mAustrian Airlines
Sun 9/217:00 amBUD - LAX
2 stops18h 55mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$736
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/18:05 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop19h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 8/126:20 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop29h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$749
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/122:00 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop25h 05mIberia
Thu 8/217:40 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop29h 25mIberia
Deal found 6/12$757

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Budapest that are best for you.

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LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 7/22

7:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop28h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/12

2:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$639

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 7/16

9:49 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops37h 41m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/21

8:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$644

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Fri 7/25

4:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 9/2

6:50 am-6:05 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$652

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 7/22

11:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/12

1:25 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$659

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Fri 7/25

4:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 8/22

5:35 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$661

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Mon 7/14

2:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/18

5:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$696

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/20

6:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$713

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

12:10 am-8:00 am

1 stop22h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 9/22

1:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$718

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 7/29

11:11 am-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 24m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 9/2

6:20 am-9:55 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$719

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops18h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 9/21

7:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$736

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Budapest

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Budapest

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Budapest. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Budapest. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Los Angeles to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,135). 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 LAX to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Los Angeles 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 12% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Budapest?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Budapest flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon 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.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, LOT and Austrian Airlines from Los Angeles to Budapest have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,290 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Budapest is Scandinavian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $654 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and LOT, starting at $659 and $661 round-trip. Users have found that Scandinavian Airlines is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Scandinavian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $384. Users have also found prices from $421 and $444 on United Airlines and SWISS, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Budapest?

    Los Angeles to Budapest flights have a layover in London most often. Munich sees the next most layovers on Los Angeles to Budapest flights. Frankfurt am Main comes in third as the most popular layover location on Los Angeles to Budapest flights.

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

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can book a car rental at London Heathrow for about $44 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Munich?

    Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, and Altes Rathaus are currently the most popular points of interest in Munich at the moment. Those on a layover in Munich interested in visiting Theresienwiese, Marienplatz, or Altes Rathaus can do so by traveling 18.8 mi, 17.8 mi, and 17.8 mi, respectively from Munich Franz Josef Strauss. Travelers can rent a car at Munich Franz Josef Strauss for an average daily rate of $50 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Hauptwache and Konstablerwache are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Budapest flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Los Angeles to Budapest is Helsinki. Zurich sees the next fewest layovers on Los Angeles to Budapest flights. Amsterdam comes in third to last in terms of the least popular layover locations on Los Angeles to Budapest flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Los Angeles to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,135). 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 Los Angeles to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$462Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$514Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$514Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FinnairCheapest$532Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$580Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$582Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$585Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LOTCheapest$588Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$589Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
LufthansaCheapest$602Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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