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$242+ Cheap flights from California to Hungary

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUD
Jan 9 — Jan 161
Fri 1/9
Fri 1/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Hungary

Cheapest flights from California to Hungary
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Hungary. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 10, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/302:40 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/137:05 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$584
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/261:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/122:55 pmBUD - SFO
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$600
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/99:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 12/151:20 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/8$616
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Wed 1/147:55 amBUD - SFO
1 stop20h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/9$619
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/318:25 amSFO - BUD
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/148:25 amBUD - SFO
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$625
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/318:20 amLAX - BUD
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/148:25 amBUD - LAX
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$625
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 45mSWISS
Mon 12/228:00 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 30mSWISS
Deal found 12/8$632
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:30 pmLAX - BUD
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/138:25 amBUD - LAX
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$632
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/912:50 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/151:20 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$633
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop18h 20mSWISS
Sun 12/149:40 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 12/8$635
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/89:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Tue 12/161:20 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/8$649
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:30 pmLAX - BUD
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Wed 1/147:55 amBUD - LAX
1 stop16h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/9$709

Find flight deals from California to Hungary

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Hungary flight deals. Data was last updated December 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$496
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$242
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$801
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($235 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Hungary 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 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Hungary that are best for you.

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Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

1:27 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops18h 48m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/23

9:25 am-9:31 pm

2 stops21h 06m

$503

Santa AnaBudapest

SNA - BUD

SNABUD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/11

1:27 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops18h 48m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/16

9:25 am-8:40 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$503

OntarioBudapest

ONT - BUD

ONTBUD

Ontario

Sun 2/1

4:45 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops21h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/12

7:15 am-10:04 pm

2 stops23h 49m

$504

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 3/26

7:15 am-7:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$505

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

7:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 3/25

8:05 am-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$505

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

11:02 am-12:35 pm

2 stops16h 33m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 2/13

7:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$506

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

5:45 am-11:40 am

2 stops20h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 15m

$507

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

7:01 am-12:35 pm

2 stops20h 34m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/11

6:20 am-6:47 pm

2 stops21h 27m

$508

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

7:55 am-11:40 am

2 stops18h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-9:26 pm

2 stops23h 56m

$508

Los AngelesBudapest

LAX - BUD

LAXBUD

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

1:00 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/24

6:05 am-7:42 pm

2 stops21h 37m

$508

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Best time to book a flight from California to Hungary

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hungary from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Hungary

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Hungary (average of $441). Flying from California to Hungary in June is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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 CA to HU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Hungary. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 10, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Hungary is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Hungary?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Hungary. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Hungary flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Hungary in 16h 33m. Fly via Lufthansa, British Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between California and Hungary is about 6228 mi. 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 California to Hungary one-way?

    $296 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Finnair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scandinavian Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $298 and $341, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Hungary (average of $441). Flying from California to Hungary in June is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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 California to Hungary

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Hungary. 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 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$372Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$448Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$453Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$470Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$495Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$500Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$500Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$502Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$528Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$552Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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