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$349+ 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$650
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$349
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$720
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 June 12, 2025.

This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2411:15 amBUD - ORD
2 stops17h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/79:50 pmORD - BUD
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$650
This Finnair 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/2212:05 pmBUD - ORD
2 stops30h 50mFinnair
Tue 7/18:30 pmORD - BUD
2 stops38h 40mFinnair
Deal found 6/10$657
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.
Thu 8/142:20 pmBUD - ORD
2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/2112:50 pmORD - BUD
2 stops16h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$660
This LOT 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/215:35 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop28h 35mLOT
Tue 7/19:40 pmORD - BUD
1 stop28h 25mLOT
Deal found 6/10$663
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/225:15 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop25h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 6/298:30 pmORD - BUD
1 stop21h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$665
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2011:15 amBUD - ORD
2 stops15h 56mAir Canada
Thu 10/302:00 pmORD - BUD
2 stops15h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$681
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.
Mon 10/206:20 amBUD - MDW
2 stops19h 16mDelta
Thu 10/305:59 pmMDW - BUD
2 stops17h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/10$696
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:05 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop22h 55mLufthansa
Thu 8/216:25 pmORD - BUD
1 stop12h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$715
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.
Fri 8/1511:35 amBUD - ORD
2 stops17h 19mDelta
Wed 10/2210:35 amORD - BUD
2 stops18h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/10$719
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/88:00 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop26h 55mSWISS
Sun 7/207:05 pmORD - BUD
1 stop30h 40mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$739
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/148:05 pmBUD - ORD
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 8/237:15 pmORD - BUD
1 stop17h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$752
This Austrian 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/227:00 amBUD - ORD
1 stop13h 20mAustrian Airlines
Tue 7/14:05 pmORD - BUD
2 stops15h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$761

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Chicago that are best for you.

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BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 10/24

11:15 am-10:07 pm

2 stops17h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

9:50 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$650

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 6/22

12:05 pm-11:55 am

2 stops30h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

5:45 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$657

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/14

2:20 pm-7:49 am

2 stops24h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

12:50 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops16h 50m

$660

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 6/22

5:15 pm-11:55 am

1 stop25h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

8:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

$665

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/20

11:15 am-8:11 pm

2 stops15h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

2:00 pm-11:35 am

2 stops15h 35m

$681

BudapestChicago

BUD - MDW

BUDMDW

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/20

6:20 am-6:36 pm

2 stops19h 16m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/30

5:59 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops17h 16m

$696

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 6/23

5:35 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

9:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$698

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/14

5:25 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

4:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$714

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 8/14

7:05 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

6:25 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$715

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 8/15

11:35 am-9:54 pm

2 stops17h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

10:35 am-11:45 am

2 stops18h 10m

$719

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 9, 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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and LOT from Budapest to Chicago to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,290 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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. 9 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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Budapest to Chicago round-trip from $657. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $660, and British Airways, from $665. Finnair is 2% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $398 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Serbia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scandinavian Airlines and Finnair, with prices starting from $569 and $579, respectively.

  • 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 9 airlines flying from Budapest to Chicago

Discover the top 9 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$487Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$506Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$518Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
FinnairCheapest$529Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$530Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$536Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
IberiaCheapest$542Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$573Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$605Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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