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$452+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — BUD
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in October or March, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,168
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$452
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,274
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Cheapest flights from San José to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:35 pmSJO - BUD
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/256:20 amBUD - SJO
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,060
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/211:08 pmSJO - BUD
2 stops19h 22mKLM
Thu 8/286:20 amBUD - SJO
2 stops19h 05mKLM
Deal found 4/30$1,222
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/268:00 amSJO - BUD
2 stops20h 40mAir Canada
Sat 8/97:00 amBUD - SJO
2 stops23h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,406
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/267:40 pmSJO - BUD
1 stop19h 20mAir France
Sat 8/96:20 amBUD - SJO
1 stop19h 05mAir France
Deal found 4/30$1,418
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/12:40 pmSJO - BUD
3 stops24h 55mLufthansa
Mon 10/67:05 pmBUD - SJO
2 stops50h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,460
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/3011:13 amSJO - BUD
2 stops37h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/101:25 pmBUD - SJO
2 stops55h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,566
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1010:10 amSJO - BUD
3 stops25h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 7/198:30 pmBUD - SJO
2 stops35h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30$2,760

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Budapest that are best for you.

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San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

2:00 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/6

8:55 am-12:55 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,168

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/21

1:08 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops19h 22m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/28

6:20 am-5:25 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$1,222

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/26

8:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 8/9

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$1,406

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/26

7:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 8/9

6:20 am-5:25 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$1,418

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

2:40 pm-11:35 pm

3 stops24h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/6

7:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops50h 05m

$1,460

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/30

11:13 am-8:40 am

2 stops37h 27m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/10

1:25 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops55h 01m

$1,566

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/10

10:10 am-7:35 pm

3 stops25h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 7/19

8:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$2,760

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/20

1:41 pm-10:50 pm

3 stops25h 09m

$452

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/20

8:45 am-4:50 pm

2 stops48h 05m

$722

San JoséBudapest

SJO - BUD

SJOBUD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/20

7:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$772

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Compare providers for flights from San José 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 José to Budapest in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 José, San José Province-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-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 José, San José Province-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 José to Budapest

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Budapest. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province 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 José, San José Province to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from San José, San José Province to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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 SJO to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 May 1, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from San José, San José Province to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Budapest by month

Plan your trip to Budapest by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,790 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,245 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Budapest round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San José, San José Province to Budapest is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,222 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Air France, starting at $1,406 and $1,418 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Budapest for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Budapest one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest are United Airlines ($722), Air France ($772), and KLM ($800).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from San José, San José Province to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,181). 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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