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$403+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — BUD
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in November or August, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:35 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Thu 12/410:00 amBUD - SAN
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/28$511
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:35 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Wed 12/1010:00 amBUD - SAN
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/27$524
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:35 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop18h 35mLufthansa
Tue 12/910:00 amBUD - SAN
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$546
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2611:02 amSAN - BUD
2 stops20h 13mLufthansa
Thu 12/47:55 amBUD - SAN
1 stop16h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 10/26$550
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.
Fri 12/54:08 pmSAN - BUD
2 stops20h 02mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/127:55 amBUD - SAN
1 stop16h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$555
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Fri 11/285:35 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Sat 12/610:00 amBUD - SAN
2 stops21h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$556
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.
Fri 12/55:35 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop13h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/156:20 amBUD - SAN
2 stops21h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$559
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.
Fri 12/55:35 pmSAN - BUD
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/131:20 pmBUD - SAN
1 stop35h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$561

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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

$511
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$403
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$770
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Budapest that are best for you.

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San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Mon 4/27

10:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/9

10:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$535

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Wed 11/26

5:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/9

7:55 am-3:45 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$546

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Thu 11/27

10:51 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 04m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 12/4

8:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$550

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Mon 1/26

6:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/9

7:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$554

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Thu 1/22

6:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop32h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/4

6:05 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$555

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Fri 11/28

5:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 12/7

1:20 pm-12:15 am

2 stops19h 55m

$556

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Wed 1/28

5:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/11

6:20 am-11:53 am

2 stops38h 33m

$557

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Sun 1/25

5:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 2/8

2:20 pm-11:53 am

2 stops30h 33m

$557

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Thu 12/11

9:59 pm-7:50 am

3 stops48h 51m

$403

San DiegoBudapest

SAN - BUD

SANBUD

San Diego

Thu 12/11

9:54 am-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$418

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Budapest

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Budapest. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Budapest may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Budapest (average of $509). Flying from San Diego to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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 SAN to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 10% on flights from San Diego to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Budapest?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Budapest flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 October 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Budapest, such as Delta, KLM, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,538 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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

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

    Airlines like Scandinavian Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS fly from San Diego to Budapest in about 18h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6270 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($534), United Airlines ($551), and British Airways ($701) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Budapest. Lufthansa is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $418 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Lufthansa. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and Delta, with prices starting from $645 and $647, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Budapest?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Budapest (average of $509). Flying from San Diego to Budapest in December is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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 San Diego to Budapest

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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
LufthansaCheapest$534Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$551Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$701Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$859Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$882Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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