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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Budapest Starting at $243

Discover our range of affordable one-way and round-trip flights from Chicago to Budapest and kick-start your next adventure today!

  • One way
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Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Budapest?

Price trend charts are a great way of tracking how much your flights cost in the lead up to departure and can help you choose when to book your tickets. See how prices to Budapest from Chicago have changed and are set to move below.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Find cheap airlines flights from Chicago to Budapest

Compare prices from various providers below to understand which option best suits your travel needs, before enjoying a comfortable journey with a trusted airline from Chicago to Budapest.

American Airlines
From $243
Icelandair
From $245
Jetblue Airways
From $293
Air Serbia
From $316
TAP Air Portugal
From $347
Turkish Airlines
From $374
Iberia
From $379
United Airlines
From $383
British Airways
From $387
Delta Air Lines
From $389

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Alternative Cheap Routes from Chicago to Budapest

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? There are a few alternative ways to get to Budapest from Chicago which could help you save money and time.

  • Cheapest
    American Airlines
    ORD
    10:00 pm
    18h 25m
    1 transfer
    BUD
    11:25 pm
    O'Hare International Airport - Liszt Ferenc International Airport
    Tue, Dec 31American Airlines
    $243
  • Air France
    MDW
    02:08 pm
    20h 7m
    2 transfer
    BUD
    05:15 pm
    Midway International Airport - Liszt Ferenc International Airport
    Wed, Jan 15Air France
    $399
  • Air France
    MDW
    02:08 pm
    20h 7m
    2 transfer
    BUD
    05:15 pm
    Midway International Airport - Liszt Ferenc International Airport
    Wed, Jan 15Air France
    $399
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Chicago (CHI) to Budapest (BUD) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Chicago to Budapest based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Chicago (CHI) to Budapest (BUD) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $944.
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Budapest?

    • The distance from Liszt Ferenc International Airport to downtown is about 18 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.

How to find a cheap flight from Chicago to Budapest

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Book Early
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Check One-way Fares
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Flight Info | Chicago to Budapest

Cheapest nonstop flight price$242
Off-season for travelJanuary
Peak season for travelMarch
Flight distance7,761.63 km
Popular airlineAmerican Airlines