Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $691.

How long does it take to fly to Budapest?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Budapest, then you can expect flight times to average 11h 32m and 12h 45m, respectively.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 49m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Budapest?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Budapest?

British Airways, United Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Budapest from Washington, D.C. according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Budapest. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 connection time from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 20m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl?

JetBlue, Scandinavian Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

There are 9 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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.

$236 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest (WAS-BUD) in 2025

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest (WAS-BUD)

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

8:35 pm - 4:55 pmBWI-BUD

14h 20m1 stop

7:40 am - 6:45 pmBUD-BWI

17h 05m1 stop

$521British Airways

Find Deal

Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 9

6:50 pm - 1:35 amBWI-BUD

24h 45m1 stop

9:35 pm - 5:40 pmBUD-BWI

50h 05m2 stops

$522

Find Deal

Wed, Sep 24 - Mon, Oct 6

1:30 pm - 1:00 pmIAD-BUD

17h 30m1 stop

8:30 pm - 11:45 amBUD-IAD

21h 15m1 stop

$592Turkish Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 4

10:20 pm - 11:35 pmIAD-BUD

19h 15m1 stop

6:00 am - 9:05 pmBUD-IAD

21h 05m2 stops

$598United Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 25

10:55 pm - 9:10 pmIAD-BUD

16h 15m1 stop

6:20 am - 3:50 pmBUD-IAD

15h 30m1 stop

$599United Airlines

Find Deal

Wed, Dec 24 - Wed, Jan 7

10:05 pm - 11:05 pmIAD-BUD

19h 00m2 stops

11:00 am - 7:59 pmBUD-IAD

14h 59m1 stop

$606Scandinavian Airlines

Find Deal

Fri, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 10

1:30 pm - 7:35 pmIAD-BUD

24h 05m1 stop

1:55 pm - 7:45 pmBUD-IAD

35h 50m1 stop

$610Turkish Airlines

Find Deal

Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 20

10:55 pm - 11:05 pmIAD-BUD

18h 10m2 stops

7:55 am - 3:50 pmBUD-IAD

13h 55m2 stops

$620Lufthansa

Find Deal

Fri, Dec 26 - Fri, Jan 9

6:10 pm - 12:40 pmIAD-BUD

12h 30m2 stops

5:30 pm - 1:30 pmBUD-IAD

26h 00m2 stops

$636Lufthansa

Find Deal

Wed, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 13

12:00 pm - 9:40 amDCA-BUD

15h 40m2 stops

10:25 am - 9:54 pmBUD-DCA

16h 29m2 stops

$645Scandinavian Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10

American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Our best American Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight tickets

American Airlines

Jan 23

IAD8:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 50m

2 stops

BUD10:00 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Feb 6

BUD6:55 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 37m

2 stops

IAD7:32 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$584

Find similar

American Airlines

Nov 27

IAD6:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11h 55m

1 stop

BUD11:55 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Dec 11

BUD7:15 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 16m

2 stops

IAD7:31 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$589

Find similar

American Airlines

Sep 23

DCA1:39 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

15h 16m

2 stops

BUD10:55 amBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 2

BUD12:05 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 02m

2 stops

DCA11:07 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$623

Find similar

Finnair flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Our best Finnair deals on Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight tickets

Finnair

Feb 22

IAD6:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 10m

2 stops

BUD6:30 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mar 8

BUD7:15 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

30h 40m

2 stops

IAD8:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$588

Find similar

Finnair

Oct 7

IAD5:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 20m

2 stops

BUD6:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Oct 15

BUD6:55 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

31h 20m

2 stops

IAD8:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$591

Find similar

Finnair

Sep 24

DCA7:23 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

16h 47m

2 stops

BUD6:10 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sep 30

BUD12:05 pmBudapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 02m

2 stops

DCA11:07 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$628

Find similar

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/25

8:35 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/9

7:40 am-6:45 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$521

BaltimoreBudapest

BWI - BUD

BWIBUD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/24

6:50 pm-1:35 am

1 stop24h 45m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/6

9:35 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops50h 05m

$522

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/25

1:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 10/4

8:30 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 15m

$592

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

10:20 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$598

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/24

10:55 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 1/7

6:20 am-3:50 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$599

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/26

10:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 10/10

11:00 am-7:59 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$606

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

1:30 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/20

1:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop35h 50m

$610

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/26

10:55 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 1/9

7:55 am-3:50 pm

2 stops13h 55m

$620

Washington, D.C.Budapest

IAD - BUD

IADBUD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/8

6:10 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 10/13

5:30 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$636

Washington, D.C.Budapest

DCA - BUD

DCABUD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/24

12:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops15h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 3/10

10:25 am-9:54 pm

2 stops16h 29m

$645

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Layovers

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly to Budapest from Washington, D.C. is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $689, 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 Washington, D.C. averaging around $697.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as $910. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,124. 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 Washington, D.C. to Budapest when you can find flight prices for as low as $853. 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 $1,064.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Budapest from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Budapest for around $819 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Budapest from Washington, D.C. for as low as $679 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Budapest flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Budapest flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Washington, D.C. to Budapest according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Budapest (WAS to BUD) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Direct flights	None

There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest. There are no popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Budapest.

Search flight deals

How far is Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl by plane?
A flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl will travel around 4554.8 mi. Typically, this will take 11h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Budapest is Lufthansa, representing 20% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 20%, Turkish Airlines at 19%, and British Airways at 17%.

Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Budapest with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $462	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,481 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $520	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,316 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $556	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,954 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,712 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,368 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Delta	PriceFrom $662	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,977 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $671	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,944 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $687	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,239 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Air France	PriceFrom $784	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,469 reviews	Search Air France flights

Siófok

Szeged

Eger

Kecskemét

Szentendre

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Finding the right flight to Budapest from Washington, D.C. is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Budapest quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Washington, D.C. to Budapest flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Washington, D.C. and Budapest by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Budapest from Washington, D.C.. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

An easier way to manage your Budapest trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Tue 9/2

Tue 9/9

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Hungary

Airports servicing Hungary

Debrecen Airport

Miskolc Airport

Fly to other destinations from Washington, D.C.

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Wilmington New Hanover County

Flights from Baltimore/Washington to Wilmington New Hanover County

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Flights from Baltimore/Washington to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Nashville Intl

Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest from $236

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest departing on 11/15. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest (WAS-BUD)

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Our best American Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight tickets

Finnair flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Our best Finnair deals on Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest that are best for you.

See travel insights to Budapest from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Budapest?

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

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Budapest flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Budapest flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Budapest flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl?

JetBlue, Scandinavian Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

What airlines fly to Budapest?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Budapest?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $691.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 49m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 20m.

How long does it take to fly to Budapest?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Budapest, then you can expect flight times to average 11h 32m and 12h 45m, respectively.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Budapest (WAS to BUD) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Direct flights

How far is Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl by plane?

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport?

What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Budapest

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Budapest with momondo

Traveling to a place near Budapest?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Washington, D.C. to Budapest?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Budapest right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your Budapest trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to Hungary

Airports servicing Hungary