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$661+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Budapest (BUD)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — BUD
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$661
(Lufthansa)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$624
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From Sacramento Intl to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($269 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:34 amSMF - BUD
2 stops20h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1810:00 amBUD - SMF
2 stops38h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$756
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/245:00 amSMF - BUD
2 stops31h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:35 pmBUD - SMF
2 stops41h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$983
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/125:00 amSMF - BUD
2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/196:25 amBUD - SMF
2 stops24h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,490
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 12/2312:40 amSMF - BUD
3 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/318:05 pmBUD - SMF
2 stops31h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$2,724

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

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SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/27

12:30 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/31

6:05 am-6:02 pm

2 stops20h 57m

$661

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/11

10:34 am-4:15 pm

2 stops20h 41m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 11/18

10:00 am-3:17 pm

2 stops38h 17m

$756

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/24

5:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/31

2:35 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops41h 18m

$983

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/12

5:00 am-4:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 12/19

6:25 am-9:59 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$1,490

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/23

12:40 am-1:05 pm

3 stops27h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/31

2:00 pm-3:17 pm

3 stops34h 17m

$3,328

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Deals found on 10/26

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

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Budapest (average of $495). Flying from Sacramento to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,027). 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 SMF to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 October 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Sacramento to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 October 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and British Airways from Sacramento to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,483 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Budapest?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Budapest can take about 24h 40m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $661. Airlines will cover a distance of 6012 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 Sacramento to Budapest round-trip?

    Currently priced at $624, British Airways will fly you from Sacramento to Budapest and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $752. British Airways is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Budapest (average of $495). Flying from Sacramento to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,027). 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 2 airlines flying from Sacramento to Budapest

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$624Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$752Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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