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$219+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Budapest (BUD)

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RDU — BUD
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Budapest

Best flights from Raleigh to Budapest
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Raleigh to Budapest that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Thu 2/121:25 pmRDU - BUD
2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/196:20 amBUD - RDU
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$534
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Thu 2/263:03 pmRDU - BUD
2 stops19h 12mLufthansa
Sat 3/76:20 amBUD - RDU
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/29$548
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Thu 2/128:35 pmRDU - BUD
1 stop14h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/197:15 amBUD - RDU
1 stop16h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$554
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Mon 3/97:55 pmRDU - BUD
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Mon 3/166:20 amBUD - RDU
1 stop16h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/30$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Mon 3/23:03 pmRDU - BUD
2 stops15h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/96:20 amBUD - RDU
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$558
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 3/181:25 pmRDU - BUD
2 stops22h 35mAir Canada
Wed 3/256:20 amBUD - RDU
2 stops20h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/30$562
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Thu 2/268:35 pmRDU - BUD
1 stop14h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/77:40 amBUD - RDU
1 stop16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$554
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 3/173:00 pmRDU - BUD
2 stops16h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/266:20 amBUD - RDU
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Mon 3/97:55 pmRDU - BUD
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Wed 3/186:20 amBUD - RDU
1 stop16h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/30$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 3/43:03 pmRDU - BUD
2 stops15h 32mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/126:20 amBUD - RDU
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Sun 3/810:30 amRDU - BUD
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/176:05 amBUD - RDU
2 stops20h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Wed 2/256:15 amRDU - BUD
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/16:20 amBUD - RDU
2 stops21h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$561

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 December 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$534
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$219
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,237
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One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($192 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Budapest that are best for you.

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RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/12

1:25 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/19

6:20 am-9:40 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$534

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/26

3:03 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops19h 12m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/7

6:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$548

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/12

8:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/19

7:15 am-5:40 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$554

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/26

8:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/7

7:40 am-5:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$554

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

7:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/16

6:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$558

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/2

3:03 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops15h 32m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/9

6:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$558

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/17

3:00 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/26

6:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$558

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

7:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 3/18

6:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$558

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/4

3:03 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops15h 32m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/12

6:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$558

RaleighBudapest

RDU - BUD

RDUBUD

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/8

10:30 am-4:15 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/17

6:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$561

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Deals found on 12/30

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Budapest in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 Raleigh-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Budapest

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Budapest. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Budapest?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Budapest (average of $620). Flying from Raleigh to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,031). 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.

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

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 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Budapest, such as Delta, Air France, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,514 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,125 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,069 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,675 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,012 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Budapest?

    For as low as $554, Lufthansa can have you in Budapest from Raleigh in 14h 45m. The distance from Raleigh to Budapest is about 4778 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $646, American Airlines will fly you from Raleigh to Budapest and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air France and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $673 and $682, respectively. You may be able to fly from Raleigh to Budapest for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Budapest (average of $620). Flying from Raleigh to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,031). 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 5 airlines flying from Raleigh to Budapest

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$646Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$673Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$682Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$717Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$759Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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