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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Budapest from $234

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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
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$483Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 17
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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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27h 50m
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$493Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, Apr 25
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4:45 pm - 7:10 pm
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17h 25m
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
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27h 50m
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$500Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
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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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27h 50m
1 stop
$506Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Thu, Apr 23
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4:45 pm - 7:10 pm
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BUD
17h 25m
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:40 pm
BUD
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SFO
27h 50m
1 stop
$507Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24
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8:45 pm - 9:10 pm
SFO
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BUD
15h 25m
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Lufthansa Logo
6:05 am - 12:40 pm
BUD
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SFO
15h 35m
1 stop
$515Lufthansa
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17
Lufthansa Logo
8:45 pm - 9:10 pm
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BUD
15h 25m
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Lufthansa Logo
1:20 pm - 7:35 pm
BUD
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SFO
15h 15m
1 stop
$517Lufthansa
Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 11
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8:45 pm - 9:10 pm
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BUD
15h 25m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 am - 7:09 pm
BUD
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SFO
20h 19m
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$520Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 11
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
BUD
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SFO
27h 50m
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$522Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 26
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4:30 pm - 9:45 pm
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20h 15m
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Condor Logo
8:20 am - 2:30 pm
BUD
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SFO
15h 10m
1 stop
$529Condor
Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 26

British Airways flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Our best British Airways deals on San Francisco to Budapest flight tickets
British Airways
May 6
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
15h 30m
1 stop
BUD5:05 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
May 12
BUD7:20 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
$549
British Airways
Apr 13
SFO10:50 amSan Francisco
21h 15m
2 stops
BUD5:05 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Apr 27
BUD5:45 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
29h 05m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
$554
British Airways
Feb 11
SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco
22h 30m
2 stops
BUD11:20 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Feb 25
BUD8:05 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
24h 09m
2 stops
SFO11:14 pmSan Francisco
$557

Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Budapest

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Francisco to Budapest flight tickets
Lufthansa
Feb 10
SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco
15h 25m
1 stop
BUD9:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Feb 17
BUD6:05 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 35m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$515
Lufthansa
Feb 3
SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco
15h 25m
1 stop
BUD9:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Feb 11
BUD1:20 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 15m
1 stop
SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco
$517
Lufthansa
Feb 11
SFO9:25 pmSan Francisco
14h 45m
1 stop
BUD9:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Feb 25
BUD1:20 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 15m
1 stop
SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco
$552

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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 January 12, 2026.
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San Francisco

Mon 4/13

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/17

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$483

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 4/25

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$493

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 4/25

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$500

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

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

$506

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/24

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$507

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

8:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 2/17

6:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$515

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

8:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/11

1:20 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$517

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

8:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 2/11

7:50 am-7:09 pm

2 stops20h 19m

$520

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 4/26

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$522

San FranciscoBudapest

SFO - BUD

SFOBUD

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

4:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/26

8:20 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$529

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $651, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Budapest, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $679.

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 $863 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 $801 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 24% 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 January 2026, prices for San Francisco to Budapest flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

15h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Budapest takes 15h 25m
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 15h 25m, 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.

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  • 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 $502Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,644 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $512Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,034 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $548Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,846 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $605Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,153 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $614Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,709 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $615Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,144 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $643Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,664 reviews
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CondorPriceFrom $654Free CancellationRating
6.4
398 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $706Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,436 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $739Free CancellationRating
7.2
380 reviews
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