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

Air Serbia is the most popular carrier operating from Illinois to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

What airlines fly to Budapest?

United Airlines, Lufthansa and Scandinavian Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Budapest from Illinois according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Budapest. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Budapest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Illinois to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of November 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

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.

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8:15 pm - 1:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

33h 45m1 stop Istanbul

8:05 pm - 6:20 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 15m1 stop Istanbul

$698Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16

11:45 am - 8:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 30m1 stop Istanbul

1:55 pm - 11:00 amBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 05m1 stop Istanbul

$698Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 17

7:10 pm - 7:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

10:25 am - 4:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$701Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 15

7:10 pm - 7:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

10:25 am - 4:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$701Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Dec 28 - Thu, Jan 14

11:45 am - 11:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

5:35 pm - 1:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

$706Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:44 am - 11:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 16m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

12:20 pm - 6:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

$706Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 18

9:50 pm - 5:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

12h 30m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

6:00 pm - 7:55 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$717LOT

Fri, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 12

7:50 pm - 8:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

31h 00m1 stop Zurich

8:00 pm - 3:55 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m1 stop Zurich

$717SWISS

Sun, Mar 21 - Mon, Mar 29

7:50 pm - 7:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m1 stop Zurich

7:10 pm - 3:55 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 45m1 stop Zurich

$717SWISS

Sun, Mar 21 - Mon, Mar 29

9:50 pm - 4:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

12h 05m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

8:25 pm - 3:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 45m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$722LOT

Fri, Apr 2 - Fri, Apr 16

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7:10 pm - 7:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

10:25 am - 4:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$724Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14

7:10 pm - 7:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

10:25 am - 4:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$725Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14

11:45 am - 1:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 15m1 stop Istanbul

1:55 pm - 10:00 amBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 05m1 stop Istanbul

$798Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

6:30 pm - 6:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

16h 45m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Gdansk Rebiechowo

6:30 am - 5:20 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

$802Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14

3:55 pm - 11:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

24h 25m2 stops Dublin Rome Fiumicino

6:05 am - 6:20 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 15m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Dublin

$805Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

8:15 pm - 8:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

29h 00m1 stop Istanbul

9:10 am - 6:20 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 10m1 stop Istanbul

$862Turkish Airlines

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6:00 pm - 12:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

11h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:40 am - 3:20 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$922United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

6:00 pm - 4:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:40 am - 5:17 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 37m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

$928United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

1:55 pm - 11:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 55m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

12:25 pm - 2:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$974Delta

Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14

6:25 pm - 10:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

12:25 pm - 2:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$974Delta

Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Illinois to Budapest

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Scandinavian Airlines

Dec 28

ORD7:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 55m

1 stop

BUD7:05 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Jan 15

BUD10:25 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 20m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$701

Scandinavian Airlines

Nov 27

ORD7:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 35m

2 stops

BUD9:40 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Dec 2

BUD10:25 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 20m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$704

Scandinavian Airlines

Mar 3

ORD10:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 00m

2 stops

BUD9:40 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mar 17

BUD7:50 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$705

Air Canada flights from Illinois to Budapest

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Air Canada

Apr 20

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 50m

2 stops

BUD12:35 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Apr 28

BUD5:55 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

15h 53m

2 stops

ORD2:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$722

Air Canada

Mar 29

ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 15m

2 stops

BUD2:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

May 12

BUD5:55 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 53m

2 stops

ORD7:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$752

Air Canada

Mar 30

ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 05m

2 stops

BUD4:55 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

May 12

BUD5:55 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 53m

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ORD7:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$753

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8:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 45m

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8:05 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$698

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1 stop27h 05m

$698

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Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/15

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1 stop13h 20m

$701

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Mon 12/28

7:10 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 1/14

10:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$701

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Mon 2/8

5:35 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$706

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Thu 2/4

9:44 am-11:00 am

2 stops18h 16m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/18

12:20 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$706

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Fri 1/29

9:50 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 2/12

6:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$717

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/21

7:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop31h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/29

8:00 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$717

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

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Sun 3/21

7:50 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/29

7:10 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$717

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

ORDBUD

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Fri 4/2

9:50 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/16

8:25 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$722

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly to Budapest from Illinois is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $626, 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 $646.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois 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 $776 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 $621 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$262
Fastest flight time	12h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Budapest from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $262. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Budapest found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $698.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Budapest takes 12h 15m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
As of November 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.
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.

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Air Serbia	PriceFrom $298	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 239 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights
Delta	PriceFrom $395	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,698 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $455	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,282 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $463	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 2,029 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 981 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,299 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,107 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,466 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $574	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,233 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $615	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,461 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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