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?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San José to Budapest.

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) - 56% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 26% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 6% of one-stop connections • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 6% 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 19% on flights from San José to Budapest. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,172 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,433, a difference of $261. 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 $765 to $4,171. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $819.

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 16h 09m, compared with 17h 46m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 51m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

What is the time difference between San José and Budapest?

Budapest is 8 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 starting from around $5 for economy cars. Top options include: • Klass Wagen • GREEN MOTION • Dryyve • 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 $1,275 to $1,507, with an average of $1,423 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,275 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 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 0% higher.

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

Air Canada ($1,111) and KLM ($1,435) 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. 56% 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 $1,269. 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 36m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$765

Typical prices: $1,275-$1,507

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Wed 10/24Sat 11/17

SJO - BUD • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$482

Typical prices: $555-$1,108

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Fri 3/2

SJO - BUD • 3 stops

Nonstop flights

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There are currently no direct flights between San José and Budapest. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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Madrid Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest • Avg $1,269 (round-trip)

Frankfurt am Main (FRA)

Shortest trip • 16h 09m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Budapest

Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Nov 17

9:10 pm - 7:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

27h 40m2 stops Madrid Barajas Milan Malpensa

8:35 am - 7:15 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 40m1 stop Madrid Barajas

$765Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Nov 17

9:10 pm - 9:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas

8:35 am - 7:15 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 40m1 stop Madrid Barajas

$780Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 21

9:10 pm - 9:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

17h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas

6:10 am - 7:00 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas

$905Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 21

9:10 pm - 1:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

32h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas

5:50 am - 7:00 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 10m2 stops London Stansted Madrid Barajas

$919Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

8:45 am - 8:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

41h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich

9:40 am - 11:50 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 10m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$1,111Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17

9:20 am - 5:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

24h 40m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

9:40 am - 10:30 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 50m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,120Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 21

7:15 am - 6:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

26h 45m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

6:15 am - 10:30 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23h 15m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,121Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

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

$1,123Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

7:30 pm - 11:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

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

18h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,435KLM

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24

7:30 pm - 11:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

21h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:30 am - 10:15 pmBUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,464KLM