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$350+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to Chicago (CHI)

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — CHI
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Chicago are usually found in April or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to Chicago (CHI). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$414
(oojo)

One-way from

$350
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$705
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Budapest to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/610:25 amBUD - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
mié. 11/197:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/11$414
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/3010:25 amBUD - ORD
1 stop14h 20mScandinavian Airlines
mié. 11/127:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/9$430
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/310:25 amBUD - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
vie. 11/217:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/9$455
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vie. 12/510:25 amBUD - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
vie. 12/267:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop12h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$521
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/1810:25 amBUD - ORD
1 stop13h 20mScandinavian Airlines
lun. 1/267:20 pmORD - BUD
1 stop31h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/11$562
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/142:35 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/2110:35 pmORD - BUD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$566
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mié. 10/225:35 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop28h 35mLOT
mié. 11/129:55 pmORD - BUD
1 stop12h 15mLOT
Deal found 9/10$576
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mar. 10/219:45 amBUD - ORD
1 stop16h 55mLOT
mié. 11/129:55 pmORD - BUD
1 stop12h 15mLOT
Deal found 9/10$577
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/306:30 amBUD - MDW
2 stops17h 55mDelta
mié. 11/121:47 pmMDW - BUD
2 stops14h 53mDelta
Deal found 9/9$607
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jue. 11/66:30 amBUD - MDW
2 stops16h 44mDelta
mié. 11/191:14 pmMDW - BUD
2 stops17h 06mDelta
Deal found 9/10$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
sáb. 9/206:20 amBUD - MDW
2 stops19h 15mDelta
mar. 10/1412:48 pmMDW - BUD
2 stops15h 57mDelta
Deal found 9/11$640
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mar. 10/147:40 pmBUD - MDW
2 stops27h 29mKLM
mar. 10/217:10 pmMDW - BUD
2 stops14h 20mKLM
Deal found 9/10$676

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to Chicago 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Chicago that are best for you.

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Budapest

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

lun. 11/3

10:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 11/21

7:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 20m

$455

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 2/19

10:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/23

7:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 20m

$461

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 12/18

10:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/25

7:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop31h 30m

$562

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 12/24

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 1/26

4:33 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops19h 42m

$587

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 12/24

6:05 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/24

4:33 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops23h 27m

$587

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 12/24

6:05 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/22

11:40 am-11:20 am

2 stops16h 40m

$587

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 12/24

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/23

11:40 am-11:15 am

2 stops16h 35m

$587

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 12/24

6:05 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/27

9:40 am-11:30 am

2 stops18h 50m

$592

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

mié. 12/24

6:05 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/25

11:40 am-11:20 am

2 stops16h 40m

$592

BudapestChicago

BUD - MDW

BUDMDW

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

jue. 10/30

6:30 am-6:25 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Chicago Midway

mié. 11/12

1:47 pm-11:40 am

2 stops14h 53m

$607

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to Chicago. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Budapest to Chicago. 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 Budapest to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Budapest to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 BUD to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Budapest to Chicago in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Budapest to Chicago?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Budapest to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Budapest to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Budapest to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Budapest to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Budapest to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $565.

What’s the fastest layover option from Budapest to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Budapest to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Helsinki (HEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Budapest to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Budapest to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 28m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Budapest to Chicago, such as KLM, LOT, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,114 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

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

    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 Chicago. 7 airlines have flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Budapest to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Budapest to Chicago can take about 13h 20m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $455. There are 4824 mi between Budapest and Chicago. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Budapest to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Budapest to Chicago round-trip from $487. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $506, and LOT, from $518. American Airlines is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Budapest to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 7 airlines flying from Budapest to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to Chicago. 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$487Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$506Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$518Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$528Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FinnairCheapest$529Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$547Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$604Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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