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$299+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to Illinois

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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — ORD
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Budapest to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 5/279:05 pm
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/259:15 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$421
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 5/166:25 pm
BUD
-
ORD
2 stops27h 30m
Finnair
Sat 5/309:30 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop13h 10m
Finnair
Deal found 1/28$509
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:05 pm
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop12h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 5/55:45 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop19h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$515
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/229:45 am
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop17h 15m
LOT
Thu 3/59:55 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop12h 15m
LOT
Deal found 1/28$525
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/2012:55 pm
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop14h 05m
LOT
Thu 3/59:55 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop31h 15m
LOT
Deal found 1/28$526
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/2712:55 pm
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop14h 05m
LOT
Fri 3/69:55 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop28h 10m
LOT
Deal found 1/28$528
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/57:15 am
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop16h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 2/186:30 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop21h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$529
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 2/1812:55 pm
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop14h 05m
LOT
Wed 3/49:55 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop12h 15m
LOT
Deal found 1/28$531
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 5/245:55 am
BUD
-
ORD
1 stop14h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 7/282:20 pm
ORD
-
BUD
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$532
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/57:15 am
BUD
-
STL
2 stops22h 57m
American Airlines
Mon 2/92:54 pm
STL
-
BUD
2 stops21h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$543
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/267:15 am
BUD
-
STL
2 stops20h 57m
British Airways
Mon 3/92:00 pm
STL
-
BUD
2 stops15h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/27$561
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/56:30 am
BUD
-
MDW
2 stops19h 06m
Delta
Wed 2/181:28 pm
MDW
-
BUD
2 stops15h 12m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$645

Find flight deals from Budapest to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Budapest to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$421
(Finnair)

One-way from

$299
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$620
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to Illinois 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Illinois that are best for you.

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BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/27

6:25 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

9:15 pm-12:00 am

1 stop19h 45m

$429

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/16

6:25 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

9:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$509

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/27

9:35 am-2:55 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/26

9:40 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$536

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 5/29

5:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/22

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$536

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/27

5:55 am-7:55 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/22

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$536

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/28

5:55 am-7:55 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/26

9:40 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$536

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 5/29

5:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

3:35 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$536

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/30

5:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/26

9:40 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$536

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/25

5:55 am-11:00 am

1 stop12h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/26

3:35 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$536

BudapestChicago

BUD - ORD

BUDORD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/25

5:55 am-12:55 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$536

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Deals found on 1/27

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Illinois

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Illinois?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Illinois (average of $484). Flying from Budapest to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $636). 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair, LOT, and United Airlines from Budapest to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,356 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,356 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,356 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,356 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,356 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,756 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,356 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,705 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,356 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) if they book a flight from Budapest to Illinois. Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is conveniently located just 10.3 mi from Budapest’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Budapest to Illinois?

    Airlines like Finnair, United Airlines, and British Airways fly from Budapest to Illinois in about 12h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4824 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 Budapest to Illinois one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $366. Users have also found prices from $375 and $381 on Air Serbia and Finnair, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Budapest to Illinois?

    The most popular route from Budapest to Illinois is Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Chicago Midway or Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Lambert-St Louis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Illinois (average of $484). Flying from Budapest to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $636). 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 5 airlines flying from Budapest to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to Illinois. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$505Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$518Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
FinnairCheapest$600Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$600Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$638Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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