Are direct flights from Budapest to New York always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be cheaper, though they will extend your journey. Your preference for convenience versus cost will determine the best option for you.

Can flexible travel dates help on Budapest to New York flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons are often less expensive than weekend or holiday travel. Using a flexible date search tool can highlight the cheapest days to fly.

What extra costs should I check before booking Budapest to New York flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight meal costs. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Budapest to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Budapest to New York

For cheap flights from Budapest to New York, fares typically range from $786–$1095, with a median of $931. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Budapest to New York? The most affordable months to travel are January, with a median fare of $600, followed by February at $765, and November, where the median fare is $840.

A typical journey from Budapest to New York takes approximately 20h 20m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 2.3% of recent fares were for direct flights from Budapest to New York.

The distance between Budapest and New York is 6974 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance means that most travelers will experience a journey that spans a considerable portion of a day, often involving multiple segments.

How much is a round trip from Budapest to New York

Regular price: $547 - $1,288

Prices for flights from Budapest to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Budapest to New York is between 547 USD and 1288 USD. The current lowest deal is 447 USD with Wizz Air, for travel from Feb 17-Feb 21.

now $447

Low $547

High $1,288

The cheapest time to fly from Budapest to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to New York is January, with a median price of $600. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1186. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $600

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,186

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Budapest to New York

LOT Polish Airlines

British Airways

Iberia Airlines

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Budapest to New York

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

Iberia Airlines

$688

$561

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

British Airways

$740

$566

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

British Airways

$782

$566

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

British Airways

$683

$563

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$709

$580

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

KLM

$735

$580

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 9

$901 → $657

27%

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$782 → $553

29%

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$895 → $667

25%

4 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 15

$786 → $568

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Budapest to New York

Budapest - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Budapest to New York are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $600.

Historically, January, February, and November offer lower median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 20h 20m.

Connecting flights from Budapest to New York typically have a median duration of 20 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant (97.7%).

Connecting flights make up 97.7% of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

LOT Polish Airlines offers 55 direct deals.

LOT Polish Airlines has 55 direct deals, more than other airlines on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, often below $931.

Deals for this route appear frequently, with prices often below the median of $931.

Budapest main airports to depart from

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International is a convenient departure point for flights to New York.

📍 ~18 km from Budapest city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$479

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a major gateway to New York, offering many flight options from Budapest.

📍 ~21 km from New York (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$412

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is a convenient regional airport for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~45 km from New York City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$978

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Dec 23

New York, United States

91% AI deal score

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$2,573

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Dec 21

New York, United States

85% AI deal score

$13,513

$8,663

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Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From BUD

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Jan 16

New York, United States

84% AI deal score

$11,743

$8,653

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Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From BUD

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Dec 21

New York, United States

83% AI deal score

$12,057

$8,663

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Business Class

From BUD

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Nov 21

New York, United States

83% AI deal score

$11,273

$8,668

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Business Class

From BUD

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Apr 07

New York, United States

76% AI deal score

$3,386

$3,191

Save $195

From BUD

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Apr 09

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,442

$3,312

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Apr 05

New York, United States

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Apr 06

New York, United States

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New York, United States

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Apr 08

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,439

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

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 you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower-cost options.

Booking flights well in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's worth monitoring prices regularly. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices can fluctuate.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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Budapest to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Budapest to New York

How much is a round trip from Budapest to New York

Regular price: $547 - $1,288

Prices for flights from Budapest to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Budapest to New York is between 547 USD and 1288 USD. The current lowest deal is 447 USD with Wizz Air, for travel from Feb 17-Feb 21.

now $447

Low $547

High $1,288

The cheapest time to fly from Budapest to New York

January

Cheapest

Flights from $600

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,186

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Budapest to New York

LOT Polish Airlines

British Airways

Iberia Airlines

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Budapest to New York

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

Iberia Airlines

$688

$561

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

British Airways

$740

$566

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

British Airways

$782

$566

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

British Airways

$683

$563

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$709

$580

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BUD - New York

Budapest (BUD) - New York (JFK)

KLM

$735

$580

One-way

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

3 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 9

$901 → $657

27%

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$782 → $553

29%

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$895 → $667

25%

4 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 15

$786 → $568

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Budapest to New York

Budapest - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Budapest to New York are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $600.

Historically, January, February, and November offer lower median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 20h 20m.

Connecting flights from Budapest to New York typically have a median duration of 20 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant (97.7%).

Connecting flights make up 97.7% of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

LOT Polish Airlines offers 55 direct deals.

LOT Polish Airlines has 55 direct deals, more than other airlines on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, often below $931.

Deals for this route appear frequently, with prices often below the median of $931.

Budapest main airports to depart from

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International is a convenient departure point for flights to New York.

📍 ~18 km from Budapest city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$479

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a major gateway to New York, offering many flight options from Budapest.

📍 ~21 km from New York (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$412

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is a convenient regional airport for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~45 km from New York City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$978

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Budapest to New York.

Elite

Best Elite deals to New York

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From BUD

New York, United States

76% AI deal score

$3,386

$3,191

Save $195

From BUD

Elite

Apr 09

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,442

$3,312

Save $130

From BUD

Elite

Apr 05

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,417

$3,312

Save $105

From BUD

Elite

Apr 06

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,417

$3,312

Save $105

From BUD

Elite

Apr 08

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,420

$3,312

Save $108

From BUD

Elite

Apr 05

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,419

$3,312

Save $107

From BUD

Elite

Apr 08

New York, United States

75% AI deal score

$3,439

$3,312

Save $127

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Cheap Flights from Budapest to New York

Today’s best flight deals from Budapest to New York

Budapest to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Budapest to New York

How much is a round trip from Budapest to New York

The cheapest time to fly from Budapest to New York

Direct flights from Budapest to New York

Last-minute flights going from Budapest to New York

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

Popular Airports to fly from Budapest to New York

Budapest - New York route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

January is historically cheapest at $600.

Connecting flights average 20h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant (97.7%).

LOT Polish Airlines offers 55 direct deals.

Deals appear frequently, often below $931.

Budapest main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

Dec 23

Dec 21

Jan 16

Dec 21

Nov 21

Apr 07

Apr 09

Apr 05

Apr 06

Apr 08

Apr 05

Apr 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

How can I find cheap flights from Budapest to New York?

When should I book flights from Budapest to New York?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Budapest to New York?

Are direct flights from Budapest to New York always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Budapest to New York flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Budapest to New York flights?

Related routes

More routes from Budapest

Flights to New York from other cities

Budapest to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Budapest to New York

How much is a round trip from Budapest to New York

The cheapest time to fly from Budapest to New York

Direct flights from Budapest to New York

Last-minute flights going from Budapest to New York

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

Popular Airports to fly from Budapest to New York

Budapest - New York route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

January is historically cheapest at $600.

Connecting flights average 20h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant (97.7%).

LOT Polish Airlines offers 55 direct deals.

Deals appear frequently, often below $931.

Budapest main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

Dec 23

Dec 21

Jan 16

Dec 21

Nov 21

Apr 07

Apr 09

Apr 05

Apr 06

Apr 08

Apr 05

Apr 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

How can I find cheap flights from Budapest to New York?

When should I book flights from Budapest to New York?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Budapest to New York?