Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Budapest?

Flights from San Diego to Budapest usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Budapest?

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Budapest: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class Prices vary by airline.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Budapest pass through?

One-stop flights from San Diego to Budapest most commonly connect through: • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 62% of one-stop connections • London Heathrow (LHR) - 28% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 7% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 2% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Budapest?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San Diego to Budapest. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $654 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,095, a difference of $441. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Budapest?

Some of the most popular sights in Budapest are Ferenc Deak Square, Puskás Aréna and Magyar Zsidó Múzeum és Levéltár. These are among the most viewed places in Budapest on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San Diego to Budapest?

A nonstop flight from San Diego to Budapest takes 00m, covering 6,270 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Budapest?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from San Diego to Budapest looking right now?

One-way fares from San Diego to Budapest are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $654, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Budapest?

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 11m, compared with 15h 17m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 18h via London Heathrow (LHR).

What is the time difference between San Diego and Budapest?

Budapest is 9 hours ahead of San Diego (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include: • Klass Wagen • Dryyve • GREEN MOTION • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL • Sixt

How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Budapest flight?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Budapest range from $642 to $1,086, with an average of $788 over the past 12 months. Anything below $642 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Budapest?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Budapest. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Budapest?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Budapest at $558 round-trip. •December ($1,688) and June ($1,270) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 202% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Diego to Budapest?

Lufthansa ($754) and British Airways ($761) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Budapest according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Diego to Budapest?

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) is the most popular layover for the San Diego to Budapest route. 62% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MUC.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Diego to Budapest?

Flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $900. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Diego to Budapest which airport offers the shortest layover?

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) had the shortest average connection time for San Diego to Budapest layovers at 8h 57m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Budapest

Wed, Apr 28 - Wed, May 12

5:15 pm - 4:55 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

5:55 am - 4:14 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

19h 19m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$752Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 21 - Wed, May 5

5:15 pm - 11:30 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

5:55 am - 4:14 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

19h 19m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$752Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 27 - Tue, May 11

5:15 pm - 4:55 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

5:55 am - 4:14 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

19h 19m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$753Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 31 - Wed, Apr 14

5:15 pm - 4:55 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:00 am - 3:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

18h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$754Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 30 - Tue, Apr 13

5:15 pm - 4:55 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:00 am - 3:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

18h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$754Lufthansa

Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 17

5:35 pm - 9:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:50 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

16h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$754Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 16

6:00 pm - 11:00 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

7:50 am - 5:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

17h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

$761British Airways

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16

6:00 pm - 11:00 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

8:10 pm - 4:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

29h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$765British Airways

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 24

5:35 pm - 4:25 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:50 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

16h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$778United Airlines

Wed, Mar 24 - Fri, Apr 9

6:35 pm - 9:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:15 am - 3:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

15h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$778United Airlines

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Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

7:20 am - 9:40 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

7:50 pm - 10:59 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

36h 09m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Los Angeles

$919Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

6:15 am - 9:40 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

42h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Kastrup Copenhagen

10:25 am - 10:59 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

21h 34m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Los Angeles

$923Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

7:20 am - 9:40 amSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

10:25 am - 10:59 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

21h 34m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Los Angeles

$939Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

2:30 pm - 9:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Munich Franz Josef Strauss

5:10 pm - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

31h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$965Lufthansa

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

5:35 pm - 4:25 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:55 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

14h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$992Lufthansa

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

5:35 pm - 4:25 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:40 am - 4:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

18h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$992Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

5:35 pm - 4:25 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

13h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:55 am - 3:45 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

14h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$993Lufthansa

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

6:26 pm - 9:20 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 54m2 stops San Francisco Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:40 am - 4:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

18h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$996Lufthansa

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 pm - 11:00 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

7:40 am - 4:10 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

17h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,001British Airways

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

12:15 pm - 7:10 pmSAN San Diego-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 55m3 stops Santa Barbara Denver Intl Istanbul

9:10 am - 9:46 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SAN San Diego

21h 36m2 stops Istanbul Denver Intl

$1,237Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Budapest?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Budapest. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Budapest? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from San Diego to Budapest, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Budapest at $558 round-trip.
•December ($1,688) and June ($1,270) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 202% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Budapest?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Budapest:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.
How long is a flight from San Diego to Budapest?
A nonstop flight from San Diego to Budapest takes 00m, covering 6,270 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Budapest?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Budapest flight?
Round-trip flights from San Diego to Budapest range from $642 to $1,086, with an average of $788 over the past 12 months. Anything below $642 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from San Diego to Budapest looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Budapest are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $654, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD)?
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport (BUD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Klass Wagen
• Dryyve
• GREEN MOTION
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Sixt
Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Budapest?
Flights from San Diego to Budapest usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Budapest pass through?
One-stop flights from San Diego to Budapest most commonly connect through:

• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 62% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 2% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Budapest?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from San Diego to Budapest. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $654 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,095, a difference of $441.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Budapest?
Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 11m, compared with 15h 17m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 18h via London Heathrow (LHR).
What is the time difference between San Diego and Budapest?
Budapest is 9 hours ahead of San Diego (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Budapest?
Some of the most popular sights in Budapest are Ferenc Deak Square, Puskás Aréna and Magyar Zsidó Múzeum és Levéltár. These are among the most viewed places in Budapest on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $654, about $441 less than Friday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Budapest trip for January. Fares historically average $558 round-trip in that month - typically $1,130 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport.

• ibis Styles Budapest Airport
• Tribe Budapest Airport
• Hotel Ferihegy

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