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$281+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BUD
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Hungary

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Hungary flight deals. Data was last updated October 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$526
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$281
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$737
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Hungary
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Hungary. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 10/268:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/25:20 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$628
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/249:05 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/315:00 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$633
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/268:25 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop33h 40mSWISS
Mon 11/38:00 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 30mSWISS
Deal found 10/14$635
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/217:30 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop33h 35mSWISS
Sat 11/19:40 amBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 10/14$636
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 10/3110:40 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 11/101:20 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 10/15$638
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:35 amSFO - BUD
2 stops18h 30mSWISS
Mon 11/38:00 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 30mSWISS
Deal found 10/14$640
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:00 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops21h 15mSWISS
Fri 10/317:45 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop29h 45mSWISS
Deal found 10/14$642
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 10/218:10 pmSFO - BUD
2 stops38h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/3010:25 amBUD - SFO
1 stop17h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/14$647
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 10/249:05 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/32:20 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$651
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 10/249:05 pmSFO - BUD
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/61:20 pmBUD - SFO
1 stop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$652

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Hungary that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Wed 1/14

1:35 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Debrecen

Sun 1/18

9:20 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$526

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

5:45 am-11:40 am

2 stops21h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/29

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

$631

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

4:35 pm-11:20 am

2 stops33h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/26

12:05 pm-12:14 am

2 stops21h 09m

$639

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

10:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 3/27

7:55 am-11:09 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$640

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

8:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/29

7:05 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$644

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

3:15 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/1

6:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$650

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

9:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/29

12:05 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$652

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

4:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 11/2

1:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 25m

$652

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

10:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 11/6

1:20 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$652

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

10:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 11/5

7:55 am-7:35 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$652

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Hungary

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Hungary (average of $566). Flying from San Francisco to Hungary in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,027). 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 SFO to HU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 October 16, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Hungary, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Hungary?

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Hungary

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hungary. 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 Hungary. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from San Francisco to Hungary by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,979 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,009 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,491 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,456 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,772 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Hungary.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Hungary?

    Lufthansa, Delta, and Finnair can get you from San Francisco to Hungary in just under 19h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 20m. The distance between San Francisco and Hungary is about 6147 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Hungary?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Hungary?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Hungary (average of $566). Flying from San Francisco to Hungary in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,027). 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 San Francisco to Hungary

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$372Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$549Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$601Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$620Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$621Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$624Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$639Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$642Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$657Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$665Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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