Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Diego to Budapest?

Flights via Munich (MUC) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $824.

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

British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

What airlines fly to Budapest?

Lufthansa, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Budapest from San Diego according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Budapest. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Budapest on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Diego to Budapest?

Flights connecting via Munich (MUC) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 11m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Diego to Budapest?

Munich (MUC) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 20m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Diego and Budapest?

Munich (MUC) was the most common stop: 78% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport 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 San Diego Airport 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 required for your trip to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:00 pm - 11:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

8:10 am - 4:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

17h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$644British Airways

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 24

6:00 pm - 11:00 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

8:10 pm - 4:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

29h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$644British Airways

Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2

6:00 pm - 11:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

8:10 am - 4:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

17h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$644British Airways

Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 27

6:00 pm - 10:50 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

31h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Helsinki-Vantaa

11:10 am - 7:15 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

41h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth

$660Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 1

6:00 pm - 8:35 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

29h 35m2 stops London Heathrow Helsinki-Vantaa

11:10 am - 7:15 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

41h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth

$660Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 27

6:00 pm - 11:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

11:10 am - 10:23 amBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

32h 13m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth

$661Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18

5:15 pm - 11:30 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

10:00 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

14h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$675Lufthansa

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 24

5:35 pm - 9:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

10:00 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

14h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$675Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

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

13h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

10:00 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

14h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$689United Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Jan 15

5:15 pm - 11:30 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

10:00 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

14h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$689United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 24

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

31h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Vienna Intl

6:45 am - 8:29 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

22h 44m2 stops Vienna Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$767Austrian Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6

11:30 am - 5:50 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 20m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

6:00 am - 11:50 amBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

14h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$782Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6

9:20 am - 8:10 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

37h 50m1 stop Philadelphia

6:05 pm - 2:55 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

29h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

$846British Airways

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6

7:00 am - 7:10 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

27h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

6:00 am - 8:39 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

23h 39m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Oslo Gardermoen New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,517Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6

11:11 am - 9:45 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

25h 34m2 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main

8:20 am - 6:29 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

19h 09m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco

$2,290Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6

1:10 pm - 9:40 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

35h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

6:45 am - 8:36 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

22h 51m2 stops Vienna Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$2,367Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6

1:10 pm - 9:40 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

35h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:20 pm - 3:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

35h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$2,574Lufthansa

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6

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British Airways flights from San Diego to Budapest

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British Airways

Feb 23

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

20h 00m

1 stop

BUD11:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mar 2

BUD7:50 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$644

British Airways

Feb 23

SAN1:59 pmSan Diego

18h 21m

2 stops

BUD5:20 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mar 2

BUD7:50 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$648

British Airways

Feb 16

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

20h 00m

1 stop

BUD11:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mar 2

BUD7:50 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$657

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Diego to Budapest

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Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 22

SAN7:00 amSan Diego

27h 10m

2 stops

BUD7:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 6

BUD6:00 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

23h 39m

3 stops

SAN8:39 pmSan Diego

$1,517

Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 28

SAN3:00 pmSan Diego

23h 15m

3 stops

BUD11:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 23

BUD10:25 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

22h 17m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

$1,698

Scandinavian Airlines

Sep 28

SAN3:00 pmSan Diego

23h 15m

3 stops

BUD11:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 23

BUD10:25 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

22h 17m

2 stops

SAN11:42 pmSan Diego

$1,888

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SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Wed 2/10

6:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/24

8:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$644

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SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Tue 2/23

6:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/2

8:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$644

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SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Wed 1/13

6:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/27

8:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$644

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SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Mon 1/18

6:00 pm-10:50 am

2 stops31h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/1

11:10 am-7:15 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$660

San DiegoBudapest

SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Wed 1/13

6:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops29h 35m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/27

11:10 am-7:15 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$660

San DiegoBudapest

SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Wed 11/4

6:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 11/18

11:10 am-10:23 am

2 stops32h 13m

$661

San DiegoBudapest

SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Tue 10/13

5:15 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 11/24

10:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$675

San DiegoBudapest

SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Tue 11/3

5:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 11/17

10:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$675

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SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Mon 12/7

5:35 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/15

10:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$689

San DiegoBudapest

SAN San Diego - BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

SANBUD

San Diego

Tue 10/13

5:15 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 11/24

10:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$689

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Typical prices usually range from $960 to $1,198.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $644.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly to Budapest from San Diego is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $558, 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 San Diego averaging around $650.

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Best Price Found	$439
Fastest flight time	17h 26m
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The best one-way flight to Budapest from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $439. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Budapest found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $644.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Budapest takes 17h 26m

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

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How far is San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is 6261.2 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 17h 26m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport 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 San Diego Airport 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 required for your trip to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Budapest?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Budapest, the leading airline is Lufthansa, making up 60% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include British Airways with 20% and United Airlines with 20%.

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Lufthansa	PriceFrom $511	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,229 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $561	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,214 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $605	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,228 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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