What is the cheapest airline that flies from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to California?

Finnair, LOT, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to California

What airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, Lufthansa and Scandinavian Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Budapest according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California?

The number of operators available for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California is 12 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$364 Cheap Flights from Budapest to California in 2026/27

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7:50 pm - 2:50 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 7:05 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$590Scandinavian Airlines

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17

7:50 pm - 2:40 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

32h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$604Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, May 7 - Mon, May 10

12:05 pm - 5:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 05m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

8:55 pm - 1:10 amLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

19h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

$611Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 22 - Mon, May 10

12:05 pm - 5:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 05m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

1:21 pm - 6:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

$616Finnair

Thu, Apr 22 - Mon, May 10

9:20 am - 5:05 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

16h 45m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

4:55 pm - 11:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

$632American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8

8:25 pm - 3:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

8:40 pm - 10:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

$634British Airways

Thu, Jan 21 - Fri, Feb 5

7:40 am - 4:20 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

16h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

7:45 pm - 1:05 amLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

$634British Airways

Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Apr 15

9:20 am - 5:05 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

16h 45m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

4:55 pm - 11:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

$634American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 12

6:30 am - 11:45 amBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:00 am - 11:50 amLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

$647Delta

Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Feb 6

6:30 am - 11:45 amBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

7:15 am - 11:50 amLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

19h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

$647Delta

Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 6

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7:50 pm - 2:50 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 7:05 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$674Scandinavian Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Mar 6

10:25 am - 5:00 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

15h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

7:30 pm - 9:40 amLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

29h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$678Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 25

6:15 am - 5:00 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

19h 45m2 stops Milan Malpensa Kastrup Copenhagen

7:30 pm - 11:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

19h 15m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Milan Malpensa

$751Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

8:05 pm - 1:30 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

26h 25m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Rome Fiumicino

3:20 pm - 11:25 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

23h 05m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Barcelona-El Prat

$789Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

6:15 am - 4:30 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 15m1 stop Zurich

7:25 pm - 8:50 amSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

28h 25m1 stop Zurich

$885SWISS

Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 26

8:25 pm - 8:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

32h 45m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

4:10 pm - 12:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

35h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$896LOT

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

8:00 pm - 4:30 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

29h 30m1 stop Zurich

7:25 pm - 10:45 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 20m1 stop Zurich

$899SWISS

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25

7:50 am - 7:35 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:40 pm - 9:20 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$921Lufthansa

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 27

6:40 am - 12:35 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

14h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

9:40 pm - 9:20 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$958Lufthansa

Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 26

8:25 pm - 8:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles

32h 45m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

4:10 pm - 12:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

35h 00m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$991LOT

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

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British Airways flights from Budapest to California

Our best British Airways deals on Budapest to California flight tickets

British Airways

Nov 21

BUD6:45 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

30h 00m

1 stop

LAX3:45 pmLos Angeles

Dec 4

LAX6:00 pmLos Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

BUD10:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

$640

British Airways

Nov 23

BUD5:35 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

28h 50m

1 stop

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles

Dec 1

LAX8:40 pmLos Angeles

17h 20m

1 stop

BUD11:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

$641

British Airways

Nov 19

BUD8:25 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

26h 00m

1 stop

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles

Dec 2

LAX3:30 pmLos Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

BUD7:30 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

$642

KLM flights from Budapest to California

Our best KLM deals on Budapest to California flight tickets

KLM

Nov 19

BUD6:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Dec 2

LAX9:30 amLos Angeles

17h 00m

2 stops

BUD11:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

$656

KLM

Nov 21

BUD6:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:45 amLos Angeles

Dec 4

LAX9:30 amLos Angeles

17h 00m

2 stops

BUD11:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

$659

KLM

Nov 19

BUD6:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 40m

2 stops

LAX4:10 pmLos Angeles

Dec 2

LAX9:30 amLos Angeles

17h 00m

2 stops

BUD11:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

$662

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BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - SFO San Francisco

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/10

7:50 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 2/17

4:45 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$590

BudapestSan Francisco

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - SFO San Francisco

BUDSFO

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 5/7

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 5/10

4:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 00m

$604

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BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/22

12:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

8:55 pm-1:10 am

1 stop19h 15m

$611

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/22

12:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

1:21 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$616

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 12/4

9:20 am-5:05 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/8

4:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$632

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 1/21

8:25 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/5

8:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$634

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/15

7:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/15

7:45 pm-1:05 am

1 stop20h 20m

$634

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 12/4

9:20 am-5:05 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/12

4:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$634

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/22

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/6

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops20h 50m

$647

BudapestLos Angeles

BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - LAX Los Angeles

BUDLAX

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/24

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/6

7:15 am-11:50 am

2 stops19h 35m

$647

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Budapest to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Budapest averaging around $689.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Budapest to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Budapest when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $727 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Budapest for as low as $635 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Budapest to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Budapest to California flight.

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Best Price Found	$364
Fastest flight time	14h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to California from Budapest in the past 72 hours is $364. The best round-trip flight deal from Budapest to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $590.

The fastest flight from Budapest to California takes 14h 05m

There are no direct flights from Budapest to California. There are no popular flight routes from Budapest to California.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Budapest to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California is 12 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Budapest to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Condor	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 626 reviews	Search Condor flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $555	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,028 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $561	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,290 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $571	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,471 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $576	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,880 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $599	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,286 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $599	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,227 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $601	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,595 reviews	Search KLM flights
LOT	PriceFrom $604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,191 reviews	Search LOT flights
Delta	PriceFrom $613	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,700 reviews	Search Delta flights

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