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Cheap flights from Chicago to Budapest from $256

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7:25 pm - 4:35 pm
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BUD
14h 10m
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4:55 pm - 4:10 pm
BUD
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ORD
30h 15m
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$787Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
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7:25 pm - 4:35 pm
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BUD
14h 10m
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3:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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ORD
34h 00m
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$788Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4
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8:10 pm - 7:35 pm
ORD
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BUD
16h 25m
1 stop
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8:30 pm - 9:40 am
BUD
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ORD
20h 10m
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$789Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:55 pm - 1:25 pm
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BUD
13h 30m
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2:35 pm - 5:50 pm
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ORD
34h 15m
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$790Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
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1:15 pm - 11:15 am
ORD
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BUD
15h 00m
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6:55 am - 6:53 pm
BUD
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ORD
18h 58m
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$791Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:55 am - 7:10 pm
ORD
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28h 15m
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10:25 am - 4:10 pm
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ORD
12h 45m
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$793Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 16
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7:15 pm - 7:10 pm
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16h 55m
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10:25 am - 4:10 pm
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12h 45m
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$795Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 21
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9:50 pm - 4:55 pm
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12h 05m
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8:25 pm - 3:05 pm
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ORD
49h 40m
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$796LOT
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25
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1:00 pm - 11:50 am
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15h 50m
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6:30 am - 6:37 pm
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19h 07m
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$823Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:28 pm - 10:40 am
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14h 12m
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17h 35m
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$824Delta
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Delta flights from Chicago to Budapest

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Budapest flight tickets
Delta
Oct 6
ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 45m
2 stops
BUD10:25 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Oct 28
BUD1:55 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
ORD3:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$810
Delta
Nov 5
ORD5:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 46m
2 stops
BUD5:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Nov 19
BUD6:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 55m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$813
Delta
Aug 4
ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
BUD11:50 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Aug 24
BUD11:25 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
33h 50m
1 stop
ORD2:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$819

SWISS flights from Chicago to Budapest

Our best SWISS deals on Chicago to Budapest flight tickets
SWISS
Aug 11
ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m
1 stop
BUD1:55 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Aug 18
BUD8:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
23h 35m
1 stop
ORD12:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$811
SWISS
Jul 7
ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 10m
1 stop
BUD7:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Jul 13
BUD8:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$944
SWISS
Jul 7
ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 10m
1 stop
BUD7:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Jul 12
BUD2:50 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
28h 45m
1 stop
ORD12:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,000

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ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/25

7:25 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 9/28

4:55 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$787

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/25

7:25 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 10/4

3:15 pm-6:15 pm

3 stops34h 00m

$788

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

8:10 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 9/29

8:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop20h 10m

$789

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

4:55 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/5

2:35 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$790

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/27

1:15 pm-11:15 am

2 stops15h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 12/11

6:55 am-6:53 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$791

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/7

7:55 am-7:10 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/16

10:25 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$793
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

7:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 8/21

10:25 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$795

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

9:50 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/25

8:25 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops49h 40m

$796

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/26

1:00 pm-11:50 am

2 stops15h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/9

6:30 am-6:37 pm

2 stops19h 07m

$823

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/18

1:28 pm-10:40 am

2 stops14h 12m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 10/27

6:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$824

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Budapest?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly to Budapest from Chicago is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $157, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Budapest, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $299.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Budapest from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Budapest for around $732 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Budapest from Chicago for as low as $627 on momondo.

How have Chicago to Budapest flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Chicago to Budapest flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

14h 05m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Budapest takes 14h 05m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Budapest. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Budapest.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Budapest

  • How far is Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl by plane?

    There are 4809.2 mi between Chicago and Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 05m.

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

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

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Budapest?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Budapest

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Air SerbiaPriceFrom $298Free CancellationRating
6.1
232 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $395Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,452 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $455Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,087 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $463Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,859 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $484Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,107 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $514Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,982 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $547Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,211 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $550Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,431 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $564Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,768 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $565Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,920 reviews
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