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$365+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — WAS
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in June or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/136:15 amBUD - IAD
2 stops14h 20mSWISS
Thu 11/278:30 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop16h 25mSWISS
Deal found 11/2$554
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/102:20 pmBUD - IAD
1 stop11h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1010:55 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$556
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/106:20 amBUD - IAD
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/2410:00 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops12h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$557
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/1310:05 amBUD - BWI
2 stops17h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2710:56 amBWI - BUD
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$571
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/136:20 amBUD - IAD
2 stops16h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/278:30 pmIAD - BUD
1 stop11h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$608
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/79:40 amBUD - IAD
2 stops27h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/810:11 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops36h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$609
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/106:30 amBUD - IAD
2 stops18h 38mDelta
Sat 1/1012:23 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops17h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/3$611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/276:20 amBUD - IAD
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/235:20 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops13h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$612
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/106:30 amBUD - BWI
2 stops18h 35mDelta
Mon 11/242:35 pmBWI - BUD
2 stops14h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/3$617
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/206:00 amBUD - DCA
3 stops22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/65:02 pmDCA - BUD
3 stops21h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$622
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 12/302:25 pmBUD - IAD
2 stops33h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/141:05 pmIAD - BUD
2 stops19h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$634
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/136:15 amBUD - BWI
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/277:40 pmBWI - BUD
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$657

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$554
(SWISS)

One-way from

$365
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$756
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C. 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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Budapest

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Washington, D.C.

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BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 11/13

6:15 am-2:35 pm

2 stops14h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/27

8:30 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$554

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/14

11:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/21

7:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$557

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/11

6:20 am-4:40 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

5:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops14h 45m

$559

BudapestBaltimore

BUD - BWI

BUDBWI

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 11/13

10:05 am-9:24 pm

2 stops17h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/27

10:56 am-9:20 am

2 stops16h 24m

$571

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 3/13

11:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/21

7:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$604

BudapestBaltimore

BUD - BWI

BUDBWI

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/11

6:55 am-6:45 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/22

8:35 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$606

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - DCA

BUDDCA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/18

8:05 am-8:54 am

2 stops30h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/22

5:32 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops23h 28m

$609

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - DCA

BUDDCA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/11

6:55 am-4:50 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/22

1:44 pm-11:20 am

2 stops15h 36m

$612

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - IAD

BUDIAD

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 12/27

6:20 am-2:35 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/23

5:20 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$612

BudapestWashington, D.C.

BUD - DCA

BUDDCA

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-10:56 pm

3 stops22h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/6

5:02 pm-8:55 pm

3 stops21h 53m

$622

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Budapest-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Budapest-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Budapest-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Budapest-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Budapest with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C. (average of $414). Flying from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $526). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Budapest to Washington, D.C. 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
1,775 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,544 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,494 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joanne,Sep 2025

OPO - ZRH

The seats were very cramped, even though I paid for an upgraded seat. The seats were also hard, and needed new padding. This made is made it very challenging for this 11 hour flight. The foot was alright. The crew were excellent, and the movie selection was very good. The experience was so challenging what my husband says he does not want to fly to Europe any more.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 10.3 mi from the city center, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Budapest. Booking flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

    Airlines like SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in about 14h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 20m. There are 4579 mi between Budapest and Washington, D.C.. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Budapest to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on SWISS is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $423. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $436 and $494, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most popular routes from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular flight routes from Budapest to Washington, D.C. are Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Baltimore/Washington and Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Washington, D.C. (average of $414). Flying from Budapest to Washington, D.C. in January is currently the most expensive (average of $526). 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 7 airlines flying from Budapest to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to Washington, D.C.. 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$414Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$423Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$433Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$494Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$494Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$506Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$711Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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