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$444+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to San José (SJO)

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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — SJO
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Budapest to San José

Cheapest flights from Budapest to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 5/187:25 pm
BUD
-
SJO
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/252:40 pm
SJO
-
BUD
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$820
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/182:10 pm
BUD
-
SJO
1 stop35h 25m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/252:40 pm
SJO
-
BUD
3 stops24h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/21$821
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 1/311:20 pm
BUD
-
SJO
2 stops30h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 2/126:30 am
SJO
-
BUD
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$841
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 3/710:00 am
BUD
-
SJO
2 stops29h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 3/168:40 am
SJO
-
BUD
2 stops46h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$847
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 9/285:55 am
BUD
-
SJO
2 stops38h 31m
United Airlines
Tue 10/201:30 pm
SJO
-
BUD
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$861
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 9/2611:45 am
BUD
-
SJO
2 stops32h 41m
United Airlines
Tue 10/201:30 pm
SJO
-
BUD
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$877
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 10/15:55 am
BUD
-
SJO
2 stops33h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 10/201:30 pm
SJO
-
BUD
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$892
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 10/22:15 pm
BUD
-
SJO
2 stops49h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 10/201:30 pm
SJO
-
BUD
2 stops50h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$912
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1912:45 pm
BUD
-
SJO
1 stop36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/266:25 pm
SJO
-
BUD
1 stop32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$913

Find flight deals from Budapest to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to San José (SJO). 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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$789
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$459
(KLM)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$854
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to San José 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 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to San José that are best for you.

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BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/31

1:20 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops30h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

6:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$841

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/7

10:00 am-8:32 am

2 stops29h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/16

8:40 am-2:05 pm

2 stops46h 25m

$847

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/18

6:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop18h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

7:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 35m

$853

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/18

1:20 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops36h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

2:40 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops24h 50m

$890

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/19

7:40 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops29h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/26

6:25 pm-10:40 am

1 stop32h 15m

$932

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/19

2:25 pm-7:15 am

2 stops24h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/26

8:45 am-11:30 pm

2 stops54h 45m

$965

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/31

6:10 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop30h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

5:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,064

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 7/11

11:45 am-10:39 pm

2 stops42h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

12:30 am-9:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,173

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 3/4

6:30 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/16

8:05 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$1,196

BudapestSan José

BUD - SJO

BUDSJO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/11

6:15 am-6:55 pm

3 stops43h 40m

$444

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Budapest-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Budapest-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Budapest to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to San José. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Budapest to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to San José (average of $656). Flying from Budapest to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $907). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, and Air France from Budapest to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,855 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,524 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,190 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,644 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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

    United Airlines and Lufthansa can get you from Budapest to San José in just under 30h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 39m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6322 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Budapest to San José is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $657 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Air France, starting at $718 and $871 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Budapest to San José for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Budapest to San José?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to San José 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 San José?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to San José (average of $656). Flying from Budapest to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $907). 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 San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to San José. 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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$657Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$718Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$871Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$934Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$1,132Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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