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$219+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheapest flights from USA to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:30 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/219:40 amBUD - JFK
2 stops18h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$412
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:55 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/212:55 pmBUD - EWR
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$416
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:59 pmJFK - BUD
2 stops17h 21mBritish Airways
Wed 1/2112:20 pmBUD - JFK
2 stops26h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$427
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/312:50 pmLGA - BUD
2 stops20h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 1/218:05 amBUD - LGA
2 stops19h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$427
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/155:35 pmEWR - BUD
2 stops33h 15mSWISS
Mon 12/228:00 pmBUD - EWR
1 stop23h 55mSWISS
Deal found 12/14$433
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:25 pmEWR - BUD
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/287:55 amBUD - EWR
2 stops16h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3110:00 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop10h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/712:20 pmBUD - EWR
2 stops26h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$449
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/319:00 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/107:55 amBUD - JFK
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$450
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/315:30 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop13h 05mLufthansa
Sat 1/107:55 amBUD - JFK
1 stop13h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/15$451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 12/286:50 pmJFK - BUD
1 stop15h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/67:40 amBUD - JFK
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$455
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 12/286:35 pmEWR - BUD
1 stop16h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/67:40 amBUD - EWR
1 stop17h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$455
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:35 pmEWR - BUD
2 stops23h 10mSWISS
Sun 1/118:00 pmBUD - EWR
1 stop30h 30mSWISS
Deal found 12/15$465

Find flight deals from USA to Budapest

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Budapest flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$409
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$219
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$761

Good round-trip deal

$817 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flight deals.
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From USA to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
One-way flight from USA to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Budapest that are best for you.

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New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/3

9:00 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$409

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/28

9:00 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/11

9:40 am-10:39 pm

2 stops18h 59m

$417

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

7:30 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/17

12:40 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$419

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/27

12:58 pm-11:40 am

2 stops16h 42m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/10

6:20 am-2:15 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$423

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/25

10:20 am-11:40 am

2 stops19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 3/13

6:20 am-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$423

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

10:20 am-11:40 am

2 stops19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 3/11

12:40 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$423

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/23

10:20 am-11:40 am

2 stops19h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 3/13

12:40 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$423

New YorkBudapest

JFK - BUD

JFKBUD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/5

9:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/17

2:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$424

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/28

5:45 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops17h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/2

5:40 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$427

New YorkBudapest

LGA - BUD

LGABUD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/6

9:15 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/24

8:10 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$427

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from USA with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Budapest

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Budapest (average of $378). Flying from USA to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of $512). 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 US to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from USA to Budapest in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Budapest?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Budapest flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from the United States to Budapest delayed?

About 50% of weekly flights between United States and Budapest have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 60 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Budapest flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Budapest flights?

Over the last year, LOT have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 100% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Budapest flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Budapest trip
Airlines
Lufthansa

Lufthansa Allegris offers adjustable headrests and slim seats for comfort on long-haul flights.


Lufthansa Premium Economy includes hard-shell seats and generous recline for comfort.

United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding on long-haul routes.


United Premium Plus includes extra legroom and upgraded meals on international flights.

British Airways

BA Club Suite features solo pods with doors for privacy on select aircraft.


BA Premium Economy offers extra seat width and legroom in a dedicated cabin.

SWISS

SWISS offers complimentary messaging Wi-Fi on long-haul flights for all passengers.


SWISS Premium Economy features hard-shell seats that recline without disturbing others.

Delta

Delta One offers 180-degree flat-bed seats with duvets and lumbar pillows on long-haul routes.


Delta Comfort+ provides extra legroom and upgraded snacks, ideal for international flights.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers travel sets with sleep masks and toiletries on long-haul flights.


Business Class on Turkish Airlines includes priority luggage delivery and lounge access.

Airports
BUD

Arriving at BUD is simple and quick. After baggage claim, find rental cars, taxis, and public transport options like the 100E Airport Express bus.

Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, SWISS, and United Airlines from the United States to Budapest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Budapest. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Budapest from United States?

    Located just 10.3 mi from the city center, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Budapest from United States.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Budapest?

    Departing from USA to Budapest will take you 11h 05m. The distance between USA and Budapest is about 4356 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $204 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Air Serbia, with prices starting from $251 and $273, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Budapest?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Budapest?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Budapest (average of $378). Flying from USA to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of $512). 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 USA to Budapest

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$372Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$383Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$391Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
SWISSCheapest$407Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$413Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$423Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$427Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$434Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$449Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$453Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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