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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Budapest from $249

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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 7:10 pm
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BUD
17h 25m
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7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
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SFO
27h 50m
1 stop
$526Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 16
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7:40 pm - 9:50 pm
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17h 10m
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4:05 pm - 5:55 pm
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34h 50m
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$531Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 22
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4:45 pm - 9:45 am
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32h 00m
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7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
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27h 50m
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$532Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
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7:40 pm - 9:50 pm
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17h 10m
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5:40 pm - 5:55 pm
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SFO
33h 15m
2 stops
$533Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 22
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7:40 pm - 11:35 pm
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BUD
18h 55m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 5:55 pm
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33h 25m
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$549Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 22
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5:40 pm - 7:10 pm
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17h 30m
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7:55 pm - 3:35 pm
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27h 40m
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$558Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23
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4:45 pm - 7:10 pm
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17h 25m
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7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
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$568Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 23
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5:40 pm - 6:10 pm
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16h 30m
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7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
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27h 50m
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$569Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 15
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4:45 pm - 9:45 am
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32h 00m
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7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
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27h 50m
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$570Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Wed, May 6
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5:40 pm - 7:10 pm
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7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
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27h 50m
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$571Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Wed, Apr 8

Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Francisco to Budapest flight tickets
Lufthansa
Mar 18
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
14h 30m
1 stop
BUD9:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Apr 1
BUD6:00 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
22h 00m
1 stop
SFO7:00 pmSan Francisco
$601
Lufthansa
Apr 6
SFO9:05 pmSan Francisco
17h 25m
1 stop
BUD11:30 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Apr 20
BUD1:20 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 40m
1 stop
SFO7:00 pmSan Francisco
$610
Lufthansa
Apr 6
SFO9:05 pmSan Francisco
17h 25m
1 stop
BUD11:30 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Apr 15
BUD5:55 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$620

Delta flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Budapest flight tickets
Delta
Mar 18
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
20h 15m
2 stops
BUD11:15 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mar 31
BUD11:25 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
33h 20m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
$650
Delta
Feb 26
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
21h 00m
1 stop
BUD9:40 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mar 12
BUD6:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$656
Delta
Feb 21
SFO5:55 amSan Francisco
20h 45m
2 stops
BUD11:40 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Mar 12
BUD6:30 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$660

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 February 16, 2026.
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San Francisco

Sun 5/3

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 5/16

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$526

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

7:40 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/22

4:05 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$531

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

4:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 4/27

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$532

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

7:40 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/22

5:40 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$533

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

7:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/22

5:30 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$549

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

5:40 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/23

7:55 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$558

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/23

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$568

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sat 3/28

5:40 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/15

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$569

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

4:45 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/6

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$570

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

5:40 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 4/8

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$571

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Budapest

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly to Budapest from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $642, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Budapest, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $650.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Budapest from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Budapest for around $846 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Budapest from San Francisco for as low as $814 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Budapest flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Budapest flight.

How have San Francisco to Budapest flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for San Francisco to Budapest flights are approximately 28% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Budapest according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Francisco to Budapest (SFO to BUD) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

14h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Budapest takes 14h 45m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Budapest. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Budapest.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl by plane?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl is 6079.1 mi away from San Francisco. Flights usually cover this in 14h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

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

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

    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 San Francisco 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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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Budapest

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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $290Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,685 reviews
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CondorPriceFrom $480Free CancellationRating
6.4
400 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $512Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,208 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $548Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,876 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $584Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,307 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $606Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,786 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $608Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,220 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $643Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,752 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $665Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,455 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $739Free CancellationRating
7.2
387 reviews
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