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$285+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BUD
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$666
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$285
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,191
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/2610:15 amBUD - SFO
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$666
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.
Fri 12/266:00 amSFO - BUD
2 stops18h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/96:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$668
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:45 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/261:55 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/28$670
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/288:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop16h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 12/76:45 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$671
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/29:05 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 30mLufthansa
Mon 8/256:10 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$674
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:21 amSFO - BUD
2 stops21h 49mFinnair
Tue 8/196:55 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops32h 15mFinnair
Deal found 7/29$676
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/124:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/247:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$679
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:35 amSFO - BUD
2 stops23h 40mAustrian Airlines
Wed 11/197:50 amBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 7/26$682
This Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:58 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops39h 07mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/177:45 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops33h 03mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$686
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3010:31 amSFO - BUD
2 stops17h 09mAir France
Mon 11/106:20 amBUD - SFO
1 stop16h 15mAir France
Deal found 7/27$689
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:35 amSFO - BUD
2 stops16h 50mAir Canada
Sat 11/812:25 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops30h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$692
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:27 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops24h 13mDelta
Fri 11/146:20 amBUD - SFO
1 stop16h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/26$694

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

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SFO - BUD

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San Francisco

Thu 8/7

7:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/26

10:15 am-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$666

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

6:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/26

1:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop29h 40m

$670

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

9:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/25

6:10 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$674

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

11:21 am-6:10 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/19

6:55 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$676

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/24

7:25 am-6:39 pm

2 stops20h 14m

$679

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

6:58 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops39h 07m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/18

8:05 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops36h 04m

$686

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

8:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops18h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 8/23

1:40 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$687

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

8:35 am-11:35 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 8/25

9:25 am-7:57 pm

2 stops19h 32m

$688

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

7:40 pm-8:45 am

1 stop28h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 9/1

2:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$696

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

7:10 am-2:05 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 9/19

6:00 am-3:28 pm

2 stops18h 28m

$700

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Budapest?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 29, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Budapest, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Austrian Airlines, and Finnair from San Francisco to Budapest have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
821 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 Francisco 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 San Francisco to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Budapest is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $670 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Finnair, starting at $674 and $676 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $455. Users have also found prices from $464 and $467 on SWISS and Aer Lingus, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Budapest?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Budapest layover in Frankfurt am Main most frequently. San Francisco to Budapest flights stop in London the next most. Zurich ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on San Francisco to Budapest flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    The majority of Frankfurt am Main visitors spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt. Travelers on a layover in Frankfurt am Main can visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt, by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively after landing at Frankfurt am Main. Travelers can book a car rental at Frankfurt am Main for about $48 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in London?

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $50 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Zurich?

    Lindenhof, Paradeplatz, and Haus Konstruktiv are the most popular attractions in Zurich if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Lindenhof, Paradeplatz, and Haus Konstruktiv can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.9 mi, 6.1 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Zurich. Travelers can rent a car at Zurich for an average daily rate of $75 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Budapest flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Budapest that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Amsterdam. Munich sees the next fewest layovers on San Francisco to Budapest flights. Istanbul ranks third to last in terms of the least popular layover locations on San Francisco to Budapest flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 29, 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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