$339+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 June 30, 2025.
Round-trip from | $596 (Gotogate) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $339 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,289 |
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to BudapestExplore 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 June 30, 2025.
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 June 30, 2025.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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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 June 30, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Tue 10/28
12:10 pm-2:05 pm
2 stops17h 55m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Tue 11/11
10:10 am-11:18 am
2 stops34h 08m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Wed 10/29
12:43 pm-12:35 pm
2 stops15h 52m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 11/12
10:00 am-3:45 pm
1 stop14h 45m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Wed 8/13
4:40 pm-12:15 am
1 stop22h 35m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 8/20
12:05 pm-10:30 pm
2 stops19h 25m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Tue 11/25
6:10 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop19h 45m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Tue 12/9
8:05 pm-4:05 pm
1 stop29h 00m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Sun 8/10
5:15 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop21h 20m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Tue 8/26
6:05 am-3:25 pm
1 stop18h 20m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Tue 8/12
6:35 am-7:15 pm
2 stops27h 40m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Tue 8/19
8:00 pm-8:25 pm
2 stops33h 25m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Wed 7/30
10:40 am-6:10 pm
2 stops22h 30m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mon 8/18
6:55 pm-6:14 pm
2 stops32h 19m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Sun 8/10
9:59 am-6:35 pm
2 stops23h 36m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Tue 8/26
6:20 am-10:54 pm
2 stops25h 34m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Wed 7/30
5:00 pm-6:55 pm
2 stops16h 55m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mon 8/18
7:40 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop25h 20m
San DiegoBudapest
SAN - BUD
SANBUD
San Diego
Tue 9/30
9:25 pm-10:50 pm
2 stops40h 25m
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Budapest
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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 June 27, 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 50 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from San Diego to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,126). 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 June 30, 2025.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego 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 June 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Budapest, such as Delta, KLM, and Finnair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Budapest
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$522 | Average$938 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$621 | Average$955 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$638 | Average$1,048 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$669 | Average$1,081 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$859 | Average$1,069 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$891 | Average$1,290 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |