Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Budapest (BUD)

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The best prices from San Francisco to Budapest are usually found in March or November, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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How to find the cheapest flight from
San Francisco (SFO) to Budapest (BUD)

All the information you need to plan the best SFO to BUD flight in 2021: compare San Francisco to Budapest flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Budapest.
SFO - BUD
Price
$695 - $929
BUD
Temperature
37.4 - 82.4 °F
BUD
Rainfall
0.9 - 3.3 inches

Popular in

July

High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise

Cheapest in

March

Best time to find cheap flights, 10% potential price drop

Round-trip from

$695

From San Francisco to Budapest

One-way from

$406

One-way flight from San Francisco to Budapest

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Budapest?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Saturday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 43 days in advance, which can save you up to 27% on flights from San Francisco to Budapest compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 43 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $959. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $959.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of November. Prices to Budapest from San Francisco average $881. You can even find prices in November for less than $881, as users have found deals to Budapest from as low as $607. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Budapest from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 27%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Budapest (SFO - BUD)?

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Budapest in July, August 2021

The best prices found for SFO to BUD flights for July, August
15 Aug - 3 Nov
$652pp
SFO
San Francisco
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
SFO
San Francisco
15 Aug - 3 Nov
$654pp
SFO
San Francisco
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
SFO
San Francisco
23 Aug - 14 Oct
$666pp
SFO
San Francisco
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
SFO
San Francisco

San Francisco to Budapest 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Budapest from San Francisco found for this year
13 Sep - 24 Sep
$538pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco
7 Sep - 22 Sep
$542pp
SFO
San Francisco
Air Canada
   
2 STOPS
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Air Canada
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco
11 Sep - 24 Sep
$544pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco

Last minute flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Late deals on round-trip flights to Budapest from San Francisco, departing today and this week
28 Jul - 15 Sep
$909pp
SFO
San Francisco
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Turkish Airlines
 
1 STOP
SFO
San Francisco
28 Jul - 4 Aug
$1,066pp
SFO
San Francisco
Emirates
   
2 STOPS
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Emirates
 
1 STOP
SFO
San Francisco
28 Jul - 4 Aug
$1,104pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Emirates
 
1 STOP
SFO
San Francisco

One-way flights to Budapest from San Francisco

The cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Budapest
12:20 pm - 6:50 pm
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
2 Stops
21h 30m
SFO - BUD
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
$406
mytrip.com
9:20 am - 3:15 pm
Turkish Airlines
1 Stop
20h 55m
SFO - BUD
Turkish Airlines
$488
FareScan
1:05 pm - 10:25 am
Emirates
1 Stop
36h 20m
SFO - BUD
Emirates
$674

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Flight FAQs

From San Francisco to Budapest

Are flight prices decreasing from San Francisco to Budapest due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Francisco and Budapest for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Which airlines flying from San Francisco to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from San Francisco to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Lufthansa, British Airways, and SWISS are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Lufthansa with this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Budapest for under $600 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Budapest for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $538, but on average you can expect to pay $563.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Budapest for under $500 on Cheapflights?

There are no nonstop flights from San Francisco to Budapest, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Budapest for under $1,000?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Budapest within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 28 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

Does it rain more in San Francisco or Budapest?

In San Francisco, there will be less rainfall in San Francisco compared to Budapest over the next 2 days.

Is San Francisco weather warmer or cooler than Budapest?

We forecast the temperature to be around the 82 °F's in July, on average. The temperature in Budapest is generally hotter than in San Francisco. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Budapest?

Airlines like Delta, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways fly from San Francisco to Budapest in about 14h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 13m. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

According to our current data, Air Canada ($542), Delta ($548), and United Airlines ($560) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Budapest. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Budapest are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($406), Turkish Airlines ($429), and Emirates ($673).

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Can I fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl from San Francisco right now?

Information is based on travel restrictions from San Francisco to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Most visitors from San Francisco will not be allowed to enter Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from San Francisco must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from San Francisco are not required to quarantine after entering Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

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Travel Authorization Form - Not applicable for Hungarian citizens, Travelers entitled for permanent residence in Hungary and Travellers who have a valid residence permit issued by the Aliens Police Authority. Relevant documents must be presented.


Can I fly back to San Francisco from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl?

Returning to San Francisco from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to San Francisco.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are not required to quarantine after entering San Francisco.

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Alternative routes for San Francisco to Budapest

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Los Angeles to Budapest from $599 pp
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Destination information for Budapest

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from San Francisco to Budapest.
Today's exchange rate
$1 = 305.13 Ft
Average temperature for July in Budapest
82.4 °F
Avg rainfall for July in Budapest
3.1 ″

Airports servicing San Francisco

San Francisco (SFO)

Airports servicing Budapest

Budapest (BUD)

Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Budapest

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Francisco to Budapest choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
TAP AIR PORTUGAL 		$336 $586 No cancel fee N/A
Finnair 		$655 $717 No cancel fee 76%
Iberia 		$668 $823 No cancel fee 77%
British Airways 		$629 $868 No cancel fee 70%
SWISS 		$670 $952 No cancel fee 79%
Turkish Airlines 		$659 $958 No cancel fee 77%
Air Canada 		$677 $977 No cancel fee 67%
American Airlines 		$612 $989 No cancel fee 71%
KLM 		$602 $1,027 No cancel fee 75%
Delta 		$670 $1,084 No cancel fee N/A

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