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$353+ Cheap flights from Hungary 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — LAX
May 1 — May 81
Fri 5/1
Fri 5/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Hungary to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hungary to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/249:45 am
BUD
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SJC
2 stops40h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 7/56:37 pm
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops34h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$577
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 7/82:15 pm
BUD
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SFO
2 stops20h 00m
United Airlines
Sat 7/2510:05 am
SFO
-
BUD
2 stops23h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$579
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/249:45 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops40h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 7/62:32 pm
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops23h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$580
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/249:45 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops40h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 7/76:30 am
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops26h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$581
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 6/2611:45 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop18h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 7/71:55 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop19h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$583
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 4/165:55 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops25h 46m
United Airlines
Mon 4/208:45 am
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops29h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$583
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/229:35 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop14h 50m
United Airlines
Fri 5/81:45 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop24h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 6/266:35 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops25h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 7/56:37 pm
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops34h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$584
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 6/2611:45 am
BUD
-
SFO
1 stop18h 17m
Air Canada
Wed 7/84:30 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop32h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/31$587
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 6/266:35 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops25h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 7/68:45 am
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops23h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$587
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/106:00 am
BUD
-
SFO
2 stops28h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/257:35 pm
SFO
-
BUD
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 6/266:35 am
BUD
-
SJC
2 stops25h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 7/76:30 am
SJC
-
BUD
2 stops26h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$588

Find flight deals from Hungary to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hungary to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$577
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$353
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$695
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hungary 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 April 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Hungary to California that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

BudapestSan Jose

BUD - SJC

BUDSJC

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/16

5:55 am-10:41 pm

2 stops25h 46m

San Jose

Mon 4/20

8:45 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$583

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/23

5:55 am-5:12 pm

2 stops20h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

7:15 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$601

BudapestOntario

BUD - ONT

BUDONT

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/16

5:55 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Ontario

Mon 4/20

11:05 am-11:30 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$608

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/11

3:10 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops37h 09m

San Francisco

Mon 5/25

9:05 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops16h 20m

$611

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/20

9:10 am-7:04 pm

2 stops18h 54m

San Francisco

Sun 8/30

7:15 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$611

BudapestSan Jose

BUD - SJC

BUDSJC

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 6/25

5:55 am-5:35 pm

2 stops20h 40m

San Jose

Mon 7/6

2:32 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops23h 58m

$613

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/20

9:35 am-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

9:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$614

BudapestSan Jose

BUD - SJC

BUDSJC

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 6/24

9:45 am-5:35 pm

2 stops40h 50m

San Jose

Sat 7/4

6:30 am-6:15 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$623

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD - SFO

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 5/25

9:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$626

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD - LAX

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 4/21

5:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

5:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$631

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Best time to book a flight from Hungary to California

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hungary to California (average of $471). Flying from Hungary to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $653). 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.

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 April 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS,United Airlines, andScandinavian Airlines from Hungary to California. 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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,909 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,909 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,909 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,529 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,909 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,734 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,909 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,880 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,909 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,841 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,909 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hungary to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Hungary to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Hungary to California in 15h 55m. Fly via United Airlines, Austrian Airlines, or Condor to get the fastest option. There are 6011 mi between Hungary and California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Hungary to California are American Airlines ($425), British Airways ($462), and Finnair ($468).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hungary to California (average of $471). Flying from Hungary to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $653). 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 Hungary to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Hungary 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$468Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$475Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FinnairCheapest$477Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$482Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
CondorCheapest$590Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$609Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$612Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$624Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$628Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$632Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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