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

Flights from San José to Budapest usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Budapest: • Economy Class • Business Class

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

One-stop flights from San José to Budapest most commonly connect through: • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 42% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 26% of one-stop connections • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 13% of one-stop connections • Zurich (ZRH) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from San José to Budapest. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,095 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,509, a difference of $414. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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 José to Budapest?

A nonstop flight from San José to Budapest takes 00m, covering 6,322 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José 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.

Have flight prices from San José to Budapest changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,086 to $4,074. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San José to Budapest are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,425, which is 233% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 45m, compared with 17h 59m via Zurich (ZRH) and 18h via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

What is the time difference between San José and Budapest?

Budapest is 7 hours ahead of San José (Central European Time vs Central 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 José to Budapest flight?

Round-trip flights from San José to Budapest range from $1,268 to $1,546, with an average of $1,427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,268 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Budapest. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Budapest at $904 round-trip. •April ($1,636) and August ($1,613) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% 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 José to Budapest?

Air Canada ($1,148) and United Airlines ($1,169) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San José to Budapest according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is the most popular layover for the San José to Budapest route. 42% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CDG.

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

Flights via Madrid Barajas (MAD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,032. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) had the shortest average connection time for San José to Budapest layovers at 9h 21m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15

11:59 pm - 1:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

30h 01m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul

1:55 pm - 9:34 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

38h 39m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,086Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 30

8:50 am - 5:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

24h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

7:00 am - 10:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23h 25m2 stops Vienna Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,126Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27

4:40 pm - 9:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 40m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:15 am - 2:55 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 40m1 stop Zurich

$1,127Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15

11:28 pm - 2:05 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

31h 37m2 stops Newark Zurich

6:15 am - 2:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 10m1 stop Zurich

$1,133Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 14

9:05 am - 4:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

24h 20m2 stops Newark Munich Franz Josef Strauss

8:00 pm - 2:25 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

25h 25m1 stop Zurich

$1,138Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 8 - Thu, May 20

7:45 am - 1:40 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main

9:45 am - 10:40 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 55m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,148Air Canada

Sun, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 9

1:15 am - 1:40 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

29h 25m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Frankfurt am Main

2:55 pm - 2:55 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 00m1 stop Zurich

$1,161Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 14

2:25 pm - 9:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

47h 55m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Diego Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:50 am - 12:15 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

35h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,169United Airlines

Wed, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 30

6:25 pm - 11:15 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:00 am - 4:20 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,453KLM

Thu, Mar 18 - Fri, Mar 26

8:30 pm - 11:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

20h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

6:30 am - 5:40 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,537KLM

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Budapest?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Budapest. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from San José to Budapest? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from San José to Budapest, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Budapest at $904 round-trip.
•April ($1,636) and August ($1,613) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% 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 José to Budapest?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Budapest:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from San José to Budapest?
A nonstop flight from San José to Budapest takes 00m, covering 6,322 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José 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 José to Budapest flight?
Round-trip flights from San José to Budapest range from $1,268 to $1,546, with an average of $1,427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,268 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San José to Budapest changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,086 to $4,074. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Budapest looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Budapest are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,425, which is 233% 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 José to Budapest?
Flights from San José to Budapest usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD).
Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Budapest pass through?
One-stop flights from San José to Budapest most commonly connect through:

• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) - 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Budapest?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from San José to Budapest. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,095 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,509, a difference of $414.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San José to Budapest?
Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 45m, compared with 17h 59m via Zurich (ZRH) and 18h via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).
What is the time difference between San José and Budapest?
Budapest is 7 hours ahead of San José (Central European Time vs Central 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,095, about $414 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Budapest trip for February. Fares historically average $904 round-trip in that month - typically $732 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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