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$301+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — BUD
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$628
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$301
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,365
From Sacramento Intl to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($465 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 12% potential price decrease ($127 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Budapest

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 July 30, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:05 pmSMF - BUD
2 stops44h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/146:25 amBUD - SMF
2 stops21h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$628
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/811:21 amSMF - BUD
2 stops23h 04mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/238:05 pmBUD - SMF
2 stops30h 41mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/12:00 pmSMF - BUD
2 stops47h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/146:25 amBUD - SMF
3 stops23h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$644
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/132:30 pmSMF - BUD
2 stops42h 50mLufthansa
Sat 9/2011:35 amBUD - SMF
2 stops43h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$731
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:45 pmSMF - BUD
2 stops22h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 12/3112:20 pmBUD - SMF
2 stops20h 59mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/30$764
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/138:00 amSMF - BUD
2 stops25h 50mIberia
Tue 8/267:40 pmBUD - SMF
2 stops33h 59mIberia
Deal found 7/29$787
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/129:00 amSMF - BUD
2 stops38h 45mAir Canada
Wed 8/2010:15 amBUD - SMF
2 stops20h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$806
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1512:58 pmSMF - BUD
2 stops34h 47mSWISS
Tue 8/268:00 pmBUD - SMF
2 stops33h 50mSWISS
Deal found 7/29$835

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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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Sacramento

Fly to

Budapest

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/1

4:05 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops44h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 11/14

6:25 am-6:56 pm

2 stops21h 31m

$628

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

11:21 am-7:25 pm

2 stops23h 04m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/23

8:05 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops30h 41m

$639

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/1

2:00 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops47h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 11/14

6:25 am-8:38 pm

3 stops23h 13m

$644

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/13

2:30 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops42h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 9/20

11:35 am-9:49 pm

2 stops43h 14m

$731

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/26

2:45 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/31

12:20 pm-12:19 am

2 stops20h 59m

$764

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

8:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/26

7:40 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops33h 59m

$787

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/12

9:00 am-8:45 am

2 stops38h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/20

10:15 am-9:54 pm

2 stops20h 39m

$806

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

12:58 pm-8:45 am

2 stops34h 47m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/26

8:00 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$835

SacramentoBudapest

SMF - BUD

SMFBUD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/18

4:22 pm-9:50 pm

3 stops44h 28m

$301

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Sacramento to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,106). 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 July 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Sacramento to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento 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 July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, United Airlines, and Scandinavian Airlines 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.

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

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

    Currently priced at $639, Scandinavian Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Budapest and back. In addition to Scandinavian Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $644 and $731, respectively. Scandinavian Airlines is priced at 42% 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Sacramento to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,106). 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$497Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$645Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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