$336+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Budapest (BUD)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BUD
Oct 10 — Oct 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to BudapestExplore 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 September 10, 2026.
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 September 10, 2026.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:30 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
Thu 10/228:20 am -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 9/6![Condor logo]()
$706
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/144:30 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Wed 9/308:20 am -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 9/7![Condor logo]()
$709
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/95:25 pm -
1 stop20h 55m
Wed 12/236:20 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Deal found 9/9![British Airways logo]()
$715
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/131:28 pm -
2 stops19h 12m
Tue 10/207:20 am -
2 stops21h 51m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$717
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/138:30 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Tue 10/201:20 pm -
2 stops31h 51m
Deal found 9/9![Air Canada logo]()
$718
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/141:28 pm -
2 stops19h 12m
Wed 10/216:25 pm -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Finnair logo]()
$719
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/138:00 am -
2 stops24h 40m
Wed 10/216:25 pm -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/301:28 pm -
2 stops20h 17m
Fri 11/136:50 am -
2 stops22h 09m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$723
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:30 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
Wed 10/145:05 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Condor logo]()
$727
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/59:40 pm -
1 stop14h 40m
Mon 11/95:10 pm -
1 stop35h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Lufthansa logo]()
$731
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/84:10 pm -
1 stop15h 45m
Tue 10/135:35 pm -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 9/9![LOT logo]()
$735
Best flights from San Francisco to BudapestDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Budapest that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Budapest that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 11/56:30 am -
2 stops21h 10m
Mon 11/911:40 am -
1 stop33h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$741
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 11/59:40 pm -
2 stops15h 15m
Mon 11/92:55 pm -
2 stops37h 29m
Deal found 9/9![Austrian Airlines logo]()
$744
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/16:35 pm -
1 stop33h 25m
Mon 12/78:05 pm -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$840
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Tue 10/273:20 pm -
2 stops17h 05m
Fri 11/202:25 pm -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$863
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Thu 10/14:45 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Thu 10/87:50 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 9/7![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$891
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sun 10/184:35 pm -
1 stop23h 35m
Sun 10/256:45 pm -
1 stop29h 10m
Deal found 9/9![British Airways logo]()
$919
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/47:08 am -
2 stops29h 37m
Thu 10/158:20 am -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$770
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 10/194:35 pm -
1 stop23h 35m
Sun 10/256:45 pm -
1 stop29h 10m
Deal found 9/9![British Airways logo]()
$919
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2010:06 am -
2 stops26h 39m
Wed 9/308:20 am -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$850
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 10/109:05 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Thu 10/292:25 pm -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$957
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/54:30 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Mon 10/128:20 am -
2 stops19h 30m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$950
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to BudapestDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Budapest. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Budapest. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/144:30 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Wed 9/308:20 am -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 9/7![Condor logo]()
$709
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 9/199:29 pm -
1 stop25h 41m
Tue 9/2910:05 am -
1 stop21h 51m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$743
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:30 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
Thu 10/228:20 am -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 9/6![Condor logo]()
$706
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:30 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
Wed 10/145:05 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Condor logo]()
$727
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/84:10 pm -
1 stop15h 45m
Tue 10/135:35 pm -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 9/9![LOT logo]()
$735
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/131:28 pm -
2 stops19h 12m
Tue 10/207:20 am -
2 stops21h 51m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$717
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/138:30 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Tue 10/201:20 pm -
2 stops31h 51m
Deal found 9/9![Air Canada logo]()
$718
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/138:00 am -
2 stops24h 40m
Wed 10/216:25 pm -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/134:30 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
Wed 10/215:05 pm -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 9/8![Condor logo]()
$740
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/141:28 pm -
2 stops19h 12m
Wed 10/216:25 pm -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Finnair logo]()
$719
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/301:28 pm -
2 stops20h 17m
Fri 11/136:50 am -
2 stops22h 09m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$723
One-way flights from San Francisco to BudapestSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Budapest. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Budapest. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Wed 10/141:51 pm -
3 stops42h 39m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/291:51 pm -
3 stops43h 24m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$340
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 11/224:40 pm -
2 stops42h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$352
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/315:25 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![British Airways logo]()
$353
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 2/175:25 pm -
1 stop17h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![British Airways logo]()
$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/124:40 pm -
3 stops46h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$373
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Tue 10/134:30 pm -
1 stop19h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Condor logo]()
$375
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Tue 11/178:25 am -
2 stops30h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$386
Find 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 September 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $706 (SmartFares) |
One-way from | $336 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $819 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Budapest that are best for you.
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San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Tue 10/13
4:30 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop19h 45m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$375
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SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
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Mon 11/23
9:20 pm-7:50 am
3 stops49h 30m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$392
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SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Thu 12/24
5:25 pm-11:15 am
1 stop32h 50m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$414
San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Thu 12/24
6:00 am-4:25 pm
2 stops25h 25m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$429
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Thu 12/24
2:20 pm-4:25 pm
2 stops17h 05m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$429
San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Tue 10/13
12:59 pm-5:40 pm
2 stops19h 41m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$458
San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Tue 12/22
6:59 pm-1:25 pm
2 stops33h 26m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$464
San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Mon 2/1
7:25 pm-10:30 am
3 stops30h 05m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$495
San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Thu 11/5
6:30 am-12:40 pm
2 stops21h 10m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mon 11/9
11:40 am-12:35 pm
1 stop33h 55m
$741
San FranciscoBudapest
SFO San Francisco - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
SFOBUD
San Francisco
Thu 11/5
9:40 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops15h 15m
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mon 11/9
2:55 pm-7:24 pm
2 stops37h 29m
$744
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Budapest in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Budapest flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Budapest
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Budapest?
Booking 86 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 $665). Flying from San Francisco to Budapest in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Budapest?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to Budapest flights typically cost between $729 and $1,012 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $706 on Condor (Oct 8-Oct 22).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Budapest?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Budapest chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 82% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Budapest on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Budapest?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Budapest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,126.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Budapest?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Budapest, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 35m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Budapest?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Budapest, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 48m.
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 September 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS,United Airlines, andLufthansa 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.
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2026
LAX - ZRH
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2026
LAX - ZRH
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2026
LAX - ZRH
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2026
LAX - ZRH
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2026
LAX - ZRH
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Jul 2026
LAX - ZRH
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$512 | Average$942 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$523 | Average$907 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$545 | Average$584 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$684 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$615 | Average$1,024 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$626 | Average$989 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$640 | Average$850 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$678 | Average$979 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$861 | Average$1,277 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$973 | Average$1,163 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |