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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Budapest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Budapest.575 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Budapest on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 575 €, select.
Budapest.575 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Budapest on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 575 €, select.
Budapest.625 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Budapest on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 625 €, select.
Budapest.629 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Budapest on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 629 €, select.
Budapest.647 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Budapest on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 647 €, select.
Budapest.674 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Budapest on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 674 €, select.
Budapest.798 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Columbus Rickenbacker on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Budapest on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Price includes taxes and charges.From 798 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Columbus to Budapest: Alternative routes

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Columbus to Budapest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found575 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Budapest is 575 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Columbus to Budapest. But we found flights with one stop from 575 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Columbus to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Budapest is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Budapest Airport on Thursday, 13 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Columbus and Budapest Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Budapest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Budapest is Delta .

Flying from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Columbus. John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) taking off from here.

  • Budapest is 5 hours ahead of Columbus. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Your flight from Columbus to BUD won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 58 minutes to get there by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • For a one-way ticket from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 242 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just 575 €. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from Columbus to BUD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, making it easy to choose a flight within your budget.

  • Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Columbus to BUD.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Budapest in April when it's quieter.

  • Before locking in your flight from Columbus to BUD, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January when temperatures average between -8ºC and 6ºC.

More about Budapest

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Budapest right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:

  • One of the best ways to experience Budapest is to visit its popular attractions. Some highlights include Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle.

Complete your Budapest trip with a car rental

  • Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Columbus to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Budapest. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Columbus to Budapest

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