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Cheap flights from Illinois to Budapest from $251

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United Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 11:15 pmORD-BUD
17h 40m1 stop
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2:25 pm - 8:05 amBUD-ORD
24h 40m2 stops
$583United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 4:15 pmORD-BUD
14h 30m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:25 pmBUD-ORD
15h 20m2 stops
$584United Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 9
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 10:35 amORD-BUD
13h 35m2 stops
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6:35 am - 2:48 pmBUD-ORD
15h 13m2 stops
$586Air Canada
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Sun, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 15
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9:40 pm - 11:35 pmORD-BUD
18h 55m1 stop
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8:00 pm - 5:20 pmBUD-ORD
28h 20m1 stop
$589
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Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 25
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7:15 am - 8:50 amORD-BUD
18h 35m2 stops
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5:00 pm - 6:25 pmBUD-ORD
32h 25m1 stop
$591
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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 20
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 5:15 pmORD-BUD
20h 15m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
6:20 am - 2:55 pmBUD-ORD
15h 35m2 stops
$601Air Canada
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Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 24
Delta Logo
1:14 pm - 11:40 amMDW-BUD
15h 26m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 6:18 pmBUD-MDW
18h 48m2 stops
$601Delta
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Tue, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 28
Lufthansa Logo
9:50 pm - 11:05 pmORD-BUD
18h 15m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:00 pm - 1:10 pmBUD-ORD
27h 10m2 stops
$607Lufthansa
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Sun, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 21
Lufthansa Logo
3:30 pm - 10:50 amSTL-BUD
12h 20m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
6:20 am - 2:55 pmBUD-STL
14h 35m1 stop
$628Lufthansa
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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29
Delta Logo
1:08 pm - 11:45 amMDW-BUD
15h 37m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 6:25 pmBUD-MDW
19h 05m2 stops
$631Delta
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Mon, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 15

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Budapest

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to Budapest flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 24
ORD10:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 40m
1 stop
BUD11:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Dec 30
BUD2:25 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 40m
2 stops
ORD8:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$583
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United Airlines
Oct 26
ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 30m
2 stops
BUD4:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Nov 9
BUD10:05 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 20m
2 stops
ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$584
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United Airlines
Oct 11
ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 15m
2 stops
BUD12:40 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Oct 25
BUD1:25 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
16h 50m
2 stops
ORD11:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$590
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Air Canada flights from Illinois to Budapest

Our best Air Canada deals on Illinois to Budapest flight tickets
Air Canada
Oct 5
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 35m
2 stops
BUD10:35 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Oct 15
BUD6:35 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 13m
2 stops
ORD2:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$586
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Air Canada
Jan 15
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 15m
2 stops
BUD5:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Jan 24
BUD6:20 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 35m
2 stops
ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$601
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Air Canada
Jan 4
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 35m
2 stops
BUD8:50 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Jan 18
BUD7:50 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
18h 40m
2 stops
ORD7:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$648
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Budapest 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 8, 2025.
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ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/24

10:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/30

2:25 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 40m

$583

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

7:45 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 11/9

10:05 am-6:25 pm

2 stops15h 20m

$584

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

2:00 pm-10:35 am

2 stops13h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/15

6:35 am-2:48 pm

2 stops15h 13m

$586

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

9:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 10/25

8:00 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$589

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

7:15 am-8:50 am

2 stops18h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 12/20

5:00 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$591

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

2:00 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 1/24

6:20 am-2:55 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$601

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/18

1:14 pm-11:40 am

2 stops15h 26m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 11/28

6:30 am-6:18 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$601

ChicagoBudapest

ORD - BUD

ORDBUD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/7

9:50 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 12/21

5:00 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$607

St. LouisBudapest

STL - BUD

STLBUD

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/22

3:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop12h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/29

6:20 am-2:55 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$628

ChicagoBudapest

MDW - BUD

MDWBUD

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/6

1:08 pm-11:45 am

2 stops15h 37m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/15

6:20 am-6:25 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$631

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Budapest

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly to Budapest from Illinois is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $587, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Budapest, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $598.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Budapest?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Budapest is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $778. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Illinois to Budapest on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $934. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Budapest?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Illinois to Budapest when you can find flight prices for as low as $665. Flying to Budapest in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,095.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Budapest from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Budapest for around $714 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Budapest from Illinois for as low as $704 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Budapest flights?

You could potentially save up to 69% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Budapest flight.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Illinois 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.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Budapest

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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $459Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,483 reviews
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IberiaPriceFrom $524Free CancellationRating
7.0
2,921 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $540Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,409 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $546Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,963 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $548Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,727 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $561Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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FinnairPriceFrom $565Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,321 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $573Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,944 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $588Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,354 reviews
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Austrian AirlinesPriceFrom $601Free CancellationRating
7.6
844 reviews
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