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$196+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Budapest (BUD)

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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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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 agosto 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$439
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$644
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. 2% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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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 agosto 14, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mié. 11/266:05 amLGA - BUD
2 stops20h 45mAir Canada
lun. 12/12:20 pmBUD - LGA
2 stops30h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$439
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mié. 10/89:00 amJFK - BUD
2 stops17h 45mAir Canada
mié. 10/226:35 amBUD - JFK
2 stops21h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$440
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
vie. 10/3111:35 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop12h 35mLOT
dom. 11/99:45 amBUD - JFK
1 stop16h 50mLOT
Deal found 8/13$441
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/89:00 amJFK - BUD
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/2411:35 amBUD - JFK
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$442
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/205:30 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop13h 10mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/286:35 amBUD - JFK
1 stop12h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$443
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
dom. 9/149:00 amJFK - BUD
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
vie. 9/2611:15 amBUD - JFK
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$444
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mié. 8/207:05 amLGA - BUD
2 stops21h 30mAir Canada
mar. 9/167:00 amBUD - LGA
2 stops15h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 8/13$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
lun. 9/226:10 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/3012:05 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$445
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mié. 8/207:05 amLGA - BUD
2 stops21h 30mAir Canada
vie. 9/198:25 amBUD - LGA
2 stops29h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 8/13$445
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mar. 9/2310:55 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
jue. 10/212:05 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop13h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/12$446
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jue. 9/44:15 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop10h 30mSWISS
lun. 9/228:00 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop22h 50mSWISS
Deal found 8/12$447
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
jue. 9/114:15 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop10h 30mSWISS
mar. 9/238:00 pmBUD - JFK
1 stop22h 50mSWISS
Deal found 8/13$448

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Budapest that are best for you.

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New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 10/9

4:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop10h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 10/23

8:00 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$441

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

mar. 9/9

11:40 am-8:45 am

2 stops15h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 9/24

7:00 am-4:52 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$442

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

mar. 9/9

11:40 am-8:45 am

2 stops15h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mar. 9/16

7:00 am-4:52 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$442

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 8/20

5:30 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 8/28

6:35 am-1:00 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$443

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/23

4:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop10h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mar. 9/30

6:35 am-1:00 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$443

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 8/19

5:30 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 8/28

6:35 am-1:00 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$443

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 9/21

4:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop10h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mar. 9/30

6:35 am-1:00 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$443

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/10

9:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 9/19

11:15 am-8:05 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$444

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 9/7

12:45 am-10:25 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 10/10

7:00 am-8:05 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$444

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 9/7

12:45 am-10:25 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 9/19

7:00 am-8:05 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$444

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Budapest

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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 August 8, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from New York to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,105). 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 agosto 14, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% 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 Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 39% 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 agosto 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Budapest round-trip?

    Finnair, at $383, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Budapest.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Brussels Airlines. You may be able to fly from New York to Budapest for 44% 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 $48 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 $71 per day.

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

    Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are currently the most popular points of interest in Frankfurt am Main. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.4 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 $46 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from New York to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,105). 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 agosto 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$383Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$429Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$449Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$450Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$453Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$477Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$482Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$490Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$492Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$514Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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