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$274+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BUD
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Budapest

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Budapest flight deals. Data was last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$666
(Priceline)

One-way from

$274
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,191
From Salinas to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/127:00 amSFO - BUD
2 stops18h 55mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/247:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops21h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$683
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/131:45 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops19h 50mDelta
sáb. 8/236:20 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/29$694
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.
jue. 8/149:05 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/236:05 amBUD - SFO
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$697
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/274:40 pmSFO - BUD
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/112:15 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$705
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/611:45 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops25h 50mAir Canada
mar. 9/1611:35 amBUD - SFO
2 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$708
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/274:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop15h 30mBritish Airways
vie. 9/197:10 amBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/30$709
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/14:50 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops22h 00mLufthansa
mié. 9/176:10 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$711
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.
mar. 9/26:45 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop28h 15mTurkish Airlines
sáb. 9/208:30 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$714
This Scandinavian Airlines 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/63:45 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops37h 30mScandinavian Airlines
mié. 9/177:45 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$719
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/139:05 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops16h 20mAustrian Airlines
lun. 8/253:10 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops30h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$721
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
jue. 8/215:45 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop36h 05mIberia
jue. 9/47:40 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops34h 15mIberia
Deal found 7/31$753
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/2410:16 amSFO - BUD
2 stops22h 54mFinnair
jue. 9/1812:05 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 54mFinnair
Deal found 7/31$760

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 julio 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Budapest that are best for you.

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Salinas

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Budapest

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

7:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops18h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

dom. 8/24

7:25 am-8:06 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$683

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

mié. 8/13

1:45 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

sáb. 8/23

6:20 am-12:50 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$694

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

jue. 8/14

9:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

sáb. 8/23

6:05 am-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$697

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

jue. 11/27

4:40 pm-10:45 am

3 stops33h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 12/11

2:15 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$705

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

sáb. 9/6

11:45 pm-10:35 am

2 stops25h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mar. 9/16

11:35 am-9:40 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$708

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

mié. 8/27

4:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

vie. 9/19

7:10 am-6:35 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$709

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

lun. 9/1

4:50 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 9/17

6:10 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$711

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

mar. 9/2

6:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

sáb. 9/20

8:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop23h 05m

$714

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

sáb. 9/6

3:45 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops37h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 9/17

7:45 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$719

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

mié. 8/13

9:05 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 8/25

3:10 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$721

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Budapest. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas 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 Salinas to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 julio 31, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Budapest, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Budapest?

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

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

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 julio 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Austrian Airlines, and China Southern from Salinas to Budapest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
823 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from Salinas?

    Most people fly into Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) if they book a flight to Budapest from Salinas. On average, Ferenc Liszt Intl has 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day from 10 airlines. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is conveniently located just 10.3 mi from Budapest’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Budapest one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Scandinavian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $413. Users have also found prices from $466 and $468 on SWISS and British Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Salinas 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 10 airlines flying from Salinas to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$290Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$533Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SWISSCheapest$574Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$601Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$613Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$621Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$634Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$639Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$651Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$700Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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