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Budapest.507 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 507 €, select.
Budapest.531 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 531 €, select.
Budapest.537 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Budapest on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.
Budapest.540 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 540 €, select.
Budapest.580 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Budapest on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 580 €, select.
Budapest.584 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Fri, 30 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Budapest on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 584 €, select.
Budapest.611 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 611 €, select.
Budapest.613 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 613 €, select.

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San Diego to Budapest: Alternative routes

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San Diego to Budapest: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found507 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Budapest is 507 €. 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 San Diego to Budapest. But we found flights with one stop from 507 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Budapest is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Budapest Airport on Tuesday, 12 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego 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 Lufthansa .

Flying from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) out of here.

  • The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Diego. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from San Diego to BUD.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Whether you want to discover another city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from San Diego to BUD.

  • SAN is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • 71.38% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.

  • Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to BUD flight:

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

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

  • Central Budapest is around 24 kilometres from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.

  • It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.

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

  • Currently, 262 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 507 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from San Diego to BUD. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from San Diego to BUD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Save money on your flight from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

  • July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Plan your visit to Budapest in April if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your San Diego to BUD plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Budapest

  • Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Budapest:

  • River Danube and Fisherman's Bastion are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Budapest itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hungarian Parliament Building.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Hungary you should also see. About 177 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Hortobagy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.

  • Around 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

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