Budapest

$222+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — BUD
Dec 3 — Dec 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in September or November, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/176:55 amEWR - BUD
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/48:00 pmBUD - EWR
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$410
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2611:10 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop14h 30mLOT
Sun 12/79:45 amBUD - EWR
1 stop16h 40mLOT
Deal found 11/2$411
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/45:55 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop17h 50mAustrian Airlines
Tue 11/117:50 amBUD - EWR
1 stop12h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/3$413
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 12/58:35 amEWR - BUD
2 stops19h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/1110:25 amBUD - EWR
2 stops33h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/3$414
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/114:50 pmJFK - BUD
2 stops15h 15mAir Canada
Wed 11/199:40 amBUD - JFK
2 stops17h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 11/3$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:55 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/219:40 amBUD - EWR
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:10 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:15 amBUD - JFK
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$416
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:00 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/186:20 amBUD - EWR
2 stops14h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$416
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:05 pmLGA - BUD
2 stops13h 45mAir Canada
Tue 11/186:20 amBUD - LGA
2 stops14h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$416
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/231:00 amJFK - BUD
1 stop14h 40mDelta
Wed 12/1712:40 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop16h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/2$417
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/410:00 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1111:00 amBUD - EWR
1 stop33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/91:00 amJFK - BUD
1 stop14h 40mDelta
Tue 11/251:55 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop11h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/3$418

Cheap flight deals from New York to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$410
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$222
(Iberia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$572
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flights.
From New York (NYC) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Budapest that are best for you.

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NewarkBudapest

EWR - BUD

EWRBUD

Newark

Mon 3/2

8:26 am-9:40 am

2 stops19h 14m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/16

7:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$410

NewarkBudapest

EWR - BUD

EWRBUD

Newark

Tue 3/17

8:25 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/24

9:40 am-9:30 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$413

NewarkBudapest

EWR - BUD

EWRBUD

Newark

Sun 2/15

1:10 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/23

9:40 am-1:55 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$416

NewarkBudapest

EWR - BUD

EWRBUD

Newark

Wed 2/11

12:00 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/23

9:40 am-1:55 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$416

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

6:30 pm-11:40 am

1 stop11h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 2/20

6:30 am-7:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$418

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

4:25 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/3

6:20 am-8:58 pm

2 stops20h 38m

$420

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

4:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop10h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 2/22

9:40 am-1:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$423

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

2:50 pm-11:40 am

2 stops14h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 11/25

1:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$423

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

10:35 am-8:50 am

2 stops16h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/23

1:20 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops14h 12m

$428

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/1

9:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/18

6:20 am-4:00 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$430

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Compare providers for flights from New York to Budapest

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Budapest in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on New York-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York-Budapest flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New York to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from New York with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Budapest

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Budapest. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Budapest is 40 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 New York to Budapest?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Budapest (average of $388). Flying from New York to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of $527). 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 NYC to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 November 3, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from New York to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Budapest?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Budapest flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Budapest?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York to Budapest?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York to Budapest chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of 1-stop itineraries from New York to Budapest on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York to Budapest?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York to Budapest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Copenhagen (CPH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $471.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York to Budapest?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York to Budapest, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York to Budapest?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York to Budapest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 43m.

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 November 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LOT, SWISS, and United Airlines from New York to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 New York?

    If you book a flight to Budapest from New York, you will be flying to Ferenc Liszt Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is located 10.3 mi from the center of Budapest. There are 0 flights from New York to Ferenc Liszt Intl per day from 18 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Budapest?

    Airlines like Scandinavian Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from New York to Budapest in about 11h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 04m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4356 mi. 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 New York to Budapest round-trip?

    Brussels Airlines, at $310, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Budapest.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Finnair and Austrian Airlines. You may be able to fly from New York to Budapest for 53% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Budapest?

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Budapest?

  • 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 can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $29 per day.

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

    Zurich travelers tend to visit Lindenhof, Paradeplatz, and Schweizerisches Nationalmuseum more than any other notable places. Those on a layover in Zurich interested in visiting Lindenhof, Paradeplatz, or Schweizerisches Nationalmuseum can do so by traveling 5.9 mi, 6.1 mi, and 5.5 mi, respectively from Zurich. Those landing in Zurich looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $53 per day.

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

    Römerberg, Festhalle, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are currently the most popular points of interest in Frankfurt am Main. Römerberg, Festhalle, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 6.5 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Budapest flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Budapest?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Budapest (average of $388). Flying from New York to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of $527). 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 New York to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$310Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$382Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$392Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
SWISSCheapest$416Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$420Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$434Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$444Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$453Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$469Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$473Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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