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August 18 - August 25

Cheapest

Earliest

JFK - Budapest

$619

$521

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October 6 - October 13

JFK - Budapest

$609

$525

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September 5 - September 12

JFK - Budapest

$633

$536

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September 12 - September 19

JFK - Budapest

$639

$557

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October 3 - October 17

JFK - Budapest

$594

$561

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September 7 - September 21

EWR - Budapest

$621

$563

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December 10 - December 12

Best

JFK - Budapest

$726

$563

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December 10 - December 15

JFK - Budapest

$718

$564

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November 5 - November 19

JFK - Budapest

$674

$571

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September 6 - September 15

EWR - Budapest

$624

$572

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Insights for flights from New York to Budapest

A typical journey from New York to Budapest takes about 15h 15m including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the time spent traveling with transfers. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7016 km.

When looking for cheap flights from New York to Budapest, prices typically range from $447–$877, with a median of $618. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, and about 30% of recent fares were considered a good price. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting a regular cadence of opportunities to find favorable prices.

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Budapest is during the winter months. February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $342. Following closely are March, with a median fare of $345, and January, where the median fare is $362. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Most itineraries from New York to Budapest involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights. When a connection is necessary, travelers typically encounter 1 stopover. This means that planning for at least one stop is standard for this route.

How much is a round trip from New York to Budapest

Regular price: $545 - $1,062

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New York to Budapest is between $545 and $1062. The current lowest deal is $521 with Icelandair, for travel from Aug 18 to Aug 25.

now $521

Low $545

High $1,062

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to BUD is February, with a median price of $342. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $935. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $342

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $935

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Direct flights from New York to Budapest

Scandinavian Airlines

Icelandair

Air Canada

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from New York to Budapest

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Budapest

New York (EWR) - Budapest (BUD)

Lufthansa

$690

$663

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Budapest

New York (JFK) - Budapest (BUD)

Icelandair

$587

$579

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Budapest

New York (EWR) - Budapest (BUD)

Air Canada

$700

$662

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Budapest

New York (LGA) - Budapest (BUD)

Lufthansa

$806

$647

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Budapest

New York (LGA) - Budapest (BUD)

Lufthansa

$813

$652

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Budapest

New York (LGA) - Budapest (BUD)

Air Canada

$812

$706

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Budapest

6 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 19

$851 → $650

24%

10 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 21

$827 → $640

23%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

$772 → $588

24%

7 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 22

$854 → $685

20%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Budapest

New York - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from NYC to BUD are below the typical level, with deals around $521.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from NYC to BUD, with a median price of $342.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 15h 15m

Flights from New York to Budapest typically take 15h 15m, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Icelandair offers a recent deal for $521

Icelandair has a recent deal for $521 from New York to Budapest (August 18 - August 25).

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from New York to Budapest appear regularly, about 0.47 deals per day.

New York main airports to depart from

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International is a key option for flights from New York to Budapest.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$521

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia offers another departure choice for flights from New York to Budapest.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$640

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport is an alternative for flights from New York to Budapest.

📍 ~70 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$777

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International is a convenient option for flights from New York to Budapest.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$563

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is a primary arrival choice for flights from New York to Budapest.

📍 ~16 km from Budapest city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$521

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Vienna International is a major international hub with extensive routes and excellent rail and bus connections.

📍 ~210 km from Budapest (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$550

Bratislava Airport (BTS)

Bratislava Airport is the closest international airport to Budapest with simple road access.

📍 ~170 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$585

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

Cheapest

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice offers a large selection of low-cost carrier routes.

📍 ~290 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$493

Zagreb (ZAG)

Zagreb is a capital city airport with full-service carrier presence and direct highway connection.

📍 ~300 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$566

Košice International (KSC)

Košice International offers good regional connectivity within the Schengen area.

📍 ~250 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$653

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Look for flights during off-peak seasons or mid-week departures, which often have lower fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor price trends. The optimal booking time can vary, so consistent searching is beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can often reveal more economical flight options. Sometimes, flying into or out of a smaller airport a short distance away may result in significant savings. Always factor in the cost and time of ground transportation to these alternative airports.

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