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$380+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to California

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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — LAX
Jul 13 — Jul 201
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Cheap flight deals from Budapest to California

Cheapest flights from Budapest to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 13, 2026.

This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2612:45 pm
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop16h 55m
LOT
Sun 8/303:55 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop16h 00m
LOT
Deal found 6/11$575
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/1912:45 pm
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop34h 15m
LOT
Sun 8/303:55 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop16h 00m
LOT
Deal found 6/11$576
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 9/38:20 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
Sat 9/194:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop20h 15m
Condor
Deal found 6/12$579
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/295:20 pm
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/143:40 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$594
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/296:30 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 15m
Delta
Sat 11/143:40 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop21h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$595
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/141:00 pm
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop31h 45m
KLM
Wed 9/231:45 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop17h 45m
KLM
Deal found 6/11$600
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:00 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 45m
Delta
Fri 9/1810:40 am
SFO
-
BUD
2 stops20h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$602
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:00 am
BUD
-
SFO
2 stops19h 57m
Delta
Thu 10/88:10 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop17h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$603
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:00 am
BUD
-
SFO
2 stops21h 24m
Delta
Sat 9/192:00 pm
SFO
-
BUD
2 stops18h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/12$604
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 7/128:20 am
BUD
-
LAS
1 stop18h 30m
Condor
Sun 7/268:20 pm
LAS
-
BUD
1 stop16h 25m
Condor
Deal found 6/11$645
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/89:35 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops22h 08m
United Airlines
Wed 7/156:37 pm
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops43h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$654
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 7/28:20 am
BUD
-
LAS
1 stop15h 55m
Condor
Thu 7/165:15 pm
LAS
-
BUD
1 stop19h 30m
Condor
Deal found 6/9$678

Find flight deals from Budapest to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Budapest to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$575

One-way from

$380
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$840
Provider with most accurate pricing for Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to California
One-way flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to California 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 June 13, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/17

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 10/8

8:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$594

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 10/29

6:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop14h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 11/14

3:40 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$595

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/3

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 9/19

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$598

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 7/23

5:55 am-11:21 am

2 stops38h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

10:40 am-12:35 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$648

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 7/7

2:50 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

7:35 pm-8:55 am

1 stop28h 20m

$651

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 7/22

9:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

9:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$652

BudapestSan Jose

BUD - SJC

BUDSJC

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 7/8

9:35 am-10:43 pm

2 stops22h 08m

San Jose

Wed 7/15

6:37 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops43h 53m

$654

BudapestSan Jose

BUD - SJC

BUDSJC

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 8/12

9:35 am-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 15m

San Jose

Tue 8/18

8:45 am-12:35 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$654

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 6/27

9:45 am-8:02 pm

2 stops19h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

7:35 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$658

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 7/14

5:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

9:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$689

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Budapest to California

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to California (average of $359). Flying from Budapest to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 Budapest to California?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to California?

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Budapest to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated June 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Austrian Airlines,SWISS, andScandinavian Airlines from Budapest to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

KENNETH,Mar 2026

VIE - EWR

Everything was great, took off on time, arrived on time, boarding was smooth, food and movies were great.

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

KENNETH,Mar 2026

VIE - EWR

Everything was great, took off on time, arrived on time, boarding was smooth, food and movies were great.

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

KENNETH,Mar 2026

VIE - EWR

Everything was great, took off on time, arrived on time, boarding was smooth, food and movies were great.

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

KENNETH,Mar 2026

VIE - EWR

Everything was great, took off on time, arrived on time, boarding was smooth, food and movies were great.

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

KENNETH,Mar 2026

VIE - EWR

Everything was great, took off on time, arrived on time, boarding was smooth, food and movies were great.

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

KENNETH,Mar 2026

VIE - EWR

Everything was great, took off on time, arrived on time, boarding was smooth, food and movies were great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Budapest to California. 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 from for flights from Budapest to California?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 10.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Budapest to California.

  • How long is the flight from Budapest to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Budapest to California in 14h 15m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or SWISS to get the fastest option. There are 6097 mi between Budapest and California. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Finnair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $468. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Budapest to California for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to California (average of $359). Flying from Budapest to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 Budapest to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to California. 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 June 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$468Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$477Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$482Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
CondorCheapest$500Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$565Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$577Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$608Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$613Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$626Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$649Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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