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$221+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — BUD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:25 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops41h 50mAustrian Airlines
Sun 1/112:55 pmBUD - IAD
2 stops54h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/17$723
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:25 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop23h 20mSWISS
Sun 1/118:00 pmBUD - IAD
2 stops48h 00mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$736
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:25 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops23h 50mLufthansa
Fri 1/96:25 amBUD - IAD
2 stops19h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$746
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:00 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop19h 05mLufthansa
Thu 1/82:25 pmBUD - IAD
2 stops29h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$765
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:20 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops23h 25mSWISS
Thu 1/88:00 pmBUD - IAD
2 stops24h 00mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$766
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Wed 12/175:25 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop14h 40mSWISS
Tue 12/232:55 pmBUD - IAD
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$771
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Wed 12/245:25 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops35h 00mAustrian Airlines
Sat 1/102:55 pmBUD - IAD
2 stops54h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/17$773
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:20 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops23h 25mSWISS
Fri 1/96:15 amBUD - IAD
2 stops20h 00mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$775
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Wed 12/1710:20 amBWI - BUD
2 stops21h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/2310:05 amBUD - BWI
2 stops17h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$782
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:25 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop23h 20mSWISS
Sat 1/109:40 amBUD - IAD
2 stops34h 20mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$786
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 12/171:10 pmBWI - BUD
2 stops18h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/241:20 pmBUD - BWI
2 stops38h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$790
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:10 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops13h 55mSWISS
Wed 12/242:55 pmBUD - IAD
1 stop31h 45mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$791

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$524
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$221
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$859
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Budapest that are best for you.

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BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 4/5

9:35 pm-1:15 am

1 stop21h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/30

11:40 am-7:40 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$530

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/7

9:30 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 4/27

5:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$530

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/3

9:35 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/7

11:40 am-7:40 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$535

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/21

10:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops19h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/28

11:25 am-11:44 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$546

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/20

9:30 pm-11:20 am

2 stops31h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 4/27

6:25 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$551

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/28

9:30 pm-1:00 am

1 stop21h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/6

6:25 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$573

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 4/10

9:30 pm-11:10 am

1 stop31h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/30

11:40 am-7:40 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$580

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/25

3:35 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/7

6:00 am-7:19 pm

2 stops19h 19m

$581

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/25

2:46 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops26h 14m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/3

8:10 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$590

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/28

8:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/2

5:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$590

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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 Washington, D.C. to Budapest in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Washington, D.C.-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest (average of $477). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of $726). 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 WAS to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Scandinavian Airlines, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Budapest by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,607 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,607 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,607 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,607 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,102 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,607 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,635 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,607 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,607 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Scott,Sep 2025

CPH - LAX

Unfortunately, usual rubbish at the gate for SAS reporting that boarding is underway, but clearly that was not the case. Internet worked to start with, but at some point it wouldn't connect using any of the devices I had with me and remained that way for the rest of the trip; could not even blame being out of network coverage, for all of that, as surely it should work across continental USA - worked for so little of the flight for me that I wouldn't have advertised that such a service was actually available; if I had had to pay extra for internet, I would have been demanding that money back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ferenc Liszt Intl from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Budapest airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 10.3 mi journey from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Budapest’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest can take about 19h 45m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $546. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Budapest is about 4538 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest round-trip?

    Currently priced at $471, Scandinavian Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Budapest and back. In addition to Scandinavian Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and SWISS - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $544 and $582, respectively. Users have found that Scandinavian Airlines is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Budapest one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $221 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Aer Lingus from $289 and Turkish Airlines from $394 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Budapest is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest (average of $477). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest in May is currently the most expensive (average of $726). 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 8 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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$471Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$520Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$544Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$582Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$616Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$638Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$647Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$662Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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