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$204+ 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$595
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$221
(flugladen.de)

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June

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November

Average price

$1,002
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/146:15 amLAX - BUD
2 stops17h 25mLufthansa
Fri 8/226:05 amBUD - LAX
1 stop18h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 12/55:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/196:25 amBUD - LAX
2 stops21h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$596
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 9/23:20 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/69:45 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$600
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop29h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/1310:25 amBUD - LAX
1 stop15h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$601
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 12/611:30 amLAX - BUD
2 stops26h 15mSWISS
Thu 12/186:15 amBUD - LAX
1 stop19h 15mSWISS
Deal found 7/1$604
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/128:05 amLAX - BUD
2 stops25h 15mBrussels Airlines
Mon 8/1811:15 amBUD - LAX
1 stop34h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/2$607
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/293:05 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop22h 20mAustrian Airlines
Sat 8/237:00 amBUD - LAX
1 stop15h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$623
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/276:05 amLAX - BUD
2 stops34h 10mIberia
Tue 8/197:40 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop29h 25mIberia
Deal found 7/2$624
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:55 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop27h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/211:55 pmBUD - LAX
1 stop37h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$629

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Budapest that are best for you.

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Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

6:15 am-8:40 am

2 stops17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 8/22

6:05 am-3:15 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$595

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

5:30 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 12/19

6:25 am-6:45 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$596

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

3:20 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 9/6

9:45 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$600

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

7:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 12/13

10:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$601

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

11:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/18

6:15 am-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$604

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

8:05 am-6:20 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/18

11:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$607

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 7/29

3:05 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$623

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Sun 7/27

6:05 am-1:15 am

2 stops34h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/19

7:40 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$624

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 7/30

7:55 pm-8:00 am

1 stop27h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/21

1:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop37h 05m

$629

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

4:30 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$204

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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 27, 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 $1,112). 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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LOT, Austrian Airlines, and SWISS from Los Angeles to Budapest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
809 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,654 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,895 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,093 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.

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 Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $595 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Brussels Airlines, starting at $602 and $607 round-trip. Users have found that Lufthansa is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 $40 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 $41 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 Historisches Museum Frankfurt. Römerberg, Hauptwache and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.3 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 $44 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 $1,112). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$462Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IberiaCheapest$494Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$514Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$545Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$557Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
SWISSCheapest$575Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$576Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$581Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$582Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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