How long is the flight from California to Hungary?

Flight times from California to Hungary vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Budapest (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 20m on average. Another popular route from California to Hungary is flying from San Diego to Budapest, which will take roughly 14h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Hungary?

Lufthansa, Condor, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Hungary

What airlines fly to Hungary?

Lufthansa, Condor and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Hungary from California according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Hungary. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Hungary on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Hungary?

Prices for flights from California to Hungary are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Hungary?

As of September 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Hungary.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Hungary?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Hungary.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Hungary 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 Hungary. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

17h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

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

28h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$493Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17

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

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

28h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$494Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Mar 4

4:45 pm - 10:50 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 05m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda

6:25 pm - 2:50 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

29h 25m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen

$584Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4

6:30 am - 7:05 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

27h 35m2 stops San Francisco Kastrup Copenhagen

7:50 pm - 8:52 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

34h 02m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen San Francisco

$596Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

5:25 pm - 11:00 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

11:35 am - 11:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 35m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Los Angeles Los Angeles

$642British Airways

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2

9:35 pm - 11:20 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

7:55 am - 5:30 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

$643British Airways

Wed, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 31

2:37 pm - 4:35 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles London Heathrow

11:35 am - 9:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

18h 35m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Los Angeles Los Angeles

$660American Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 24

12:00 pm - 5:20 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles London Heathrow

11:35 am - 11:17 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 42m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Los Angeles Los Angeles

$660American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

5:35 pm - 4:25 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:50 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

16h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$674Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24

2:30 pm - 4:25 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:50 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

16h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$683Lufthansa

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9

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10:50 pm - 9:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 40m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

5:35 pm - 8:50 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

36h 15m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$810LOT

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6:15 am - 10:25 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

31h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Vienna Intl

3:10 pm - 8:08 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

37h 58m2 stops Vienna Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$837Austrian Airlines

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11:50 pm - 8:10 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

23h 20m1 stop Philadelphia

1:40 pm - 6:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

37h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

$843British Airways

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 10

9:46 am - 8:10 amSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

37h 24m1 stop Philadelphia

7:20 am - 1:07 amBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 47m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl

$849British Airways

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4:10 pm - 9:05 amSFO San Francisco-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

31h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

5:35 pm - 2:15 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SFO San Francisco

29h 40m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$850LOT

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4:45 pm - 4:05 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

8:20 am - 2:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$867Condor

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 11

6:20 am - 8:10 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 50m1 stop Philadelphia

10:05 am - 9:48 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

20h 43m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth

$868American Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

4:45 pm - 4:05 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

8:20 am - 2:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$871Condor

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 11

6:30 am - 8:10 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia

10:05 am - 8:13 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

19h 08m2 stops Philadelphia Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$893American Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

7:35 pm - 8:55 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

28h 20m1 stop Zurich

8:00 pm - 4:30 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

29h 30m1 stop Zurich

$900SWISS

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 13

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 11

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

33h 40m

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BUD8:05 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 25

BUD1:55 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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$815

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Oct 5

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

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BUD7:40 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 13

BUD9:00 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 40m

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Oct 4

LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 00m

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BUD9:45 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 12

BUD8:20 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

15h 25m

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LAX2:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$801

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LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

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BUD9:45 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 20

BUD5:05 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

30h 40m

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LAX2:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$847

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Sep 27

LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

14h 20m

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BUD4:05 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 11

BUD8:20 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

15h 25m

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$867

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$642

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$660

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2 stops20h 42m

$660

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5:35 pm-4:25 pm

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7:50 am-3:45 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$674

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2:30 pm-4:25 pm

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1 stop16h 55m

$683

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Hungary?

The cheapest month to fly to Hungary from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $603, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Hungary, with average flight prices from California averaging around $624.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Hungary from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Hungary for around $792 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Hungary from California for as low as $616 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$286
Fastest flight time	14h 20m
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The best one-way flight to Hungary from California in the past 72 hours is $286. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Hungary found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $493.

The fastest flight from California to Hungary takes 14h 20m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Hungary?
Prices for flights from California to Hungary are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Hungary?
As of September 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Hungary.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Hungary?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Hungary.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Hungary?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Hungary 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 Hungary. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Air France	PriceFrom $397	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,650 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $454	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,072 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $456	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,985 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $456	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,225 reviews	Search British Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,079 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Delta	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,589 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,237 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $502	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,658 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $503	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,429 reviews	Search Finnair flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $507	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,224 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Hungary from California which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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