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11/10/26
5:35 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
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11/11/26
4:25 pm
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11/04/26
6:00 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
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11/05/26
7:30 pm
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11/11/26
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11/04/26
6:00 pm
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11/05/26
7:30 pm
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11/11/26
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11/11/26
4:10 pm
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$836
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11/10/26
5:35 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
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4:25 pm
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11/17/26
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11/10/26
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11/05/26
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11/04/26
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11/11/26
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5:35 pm
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11/17/26
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11/17/26
4:25 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
$857
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11/10/26
2:05 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
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11/11/26
1:25 pm
BUDBudapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport
11/17/26
6:00 am
BUDBudapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport
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11/17/26
4:18 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
$867
United AirlinesUnited Airlinesfound Oct 13
11/10/26
5:35 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
13h 50mMUCMunich Airport
11/11/26
4:25 pm
BUDBudapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport
11/17/26
9:55 am
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14h 50mMUCMunich Airport
11/17/26
3:45 pm
SANSan Diego International Airport
$826

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When is the best time of day to fly?

Evening (5pm - 9pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Diego to Budapest. At $922 it is 12% cheaper than the average time. Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the most expensive time, 14% above average.

$1,032Morning$1,202Midday$975Afternoon$922Evening$1,120Late Night
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Time of dayAverage fare
Morning$1,032
Midday$1,202
Afternoon$975
Evening$922
Late Night$1,120

What do round-trip flights from San Diego to Budapest cost?

Share of fares in each price range.

38%$800to $90040%$900to $1,00014%$1,000to $1,1003%$1,100to $1,2003%$1,200to $1,3002%$1,300to $1,4002%$1,400and up
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What do round-trip flights from San Diego to Budapest cost?
Price rangeShare of fares
$800 to $90038%
$900 to $1,00040%
$1,000 to $1,10014%
$1,100 to $1,2003%
$1,200 to $1,3003%
$1,300 to $1,4002%
$1,400 and up2%

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying from San Diego to Budapest.

What is the typical flight duration from San Diego to Budapest?

There is no nonstop service between San Diego and Budapest, so the route requires a connection. The two airports are about 6,275 miles apart.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.

Are there any direct flights from San Diego to Budapest?

There are no direct flights from San Diego to Budapest. The shortest connecting routing is on KLM via Amsterdam, at 13 hours 35 minutes total — a 635-minute (10h 35m) first leg, a 60-minute (1h 0m) layover, and a 120-minute (2h 0m) second leg. Lufthansa via Munich and British Airways via London Heathrow are the other one-stop options currently scheduled.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the ground transportation options in Budapest?

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is about 21 km from the city center, with the 100E Airport Express bus being the most popular and direct option, running 24/7 to Deák Ferenc tér in roughly 30–45 minutes for a special fare of 2,500 HUF. The cheapest way is the 200E bus connecting to the M3 metro, which takes 50–60 minutes and is often covered by travel passes. Official taxis (Főtaxi) and ride-hailing apps like Bolt and Uber provide door-to-door service, though they cost around 11,000–16,000 HUF and can be affected by traffic. Car rentals and private shuttles are also available but are less common for city-center-only trips.
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Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from San Diego to Budapest?

Overnight red-eye options from San Diego to Budapest exist as connecting itineraries, since there are no nonstop red-eyes on this route. British Airways runs an overnight leg from San Diego to London departing at 16:45 and arriving at 11:30, and another at 19:40 arriving at 14:20, both connecting onward at Heathrow, while Lufthansa operates an overnight leg to Munich departing at 17:15 and arriving at 13:25 with a connection there to Budapest.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.

Which airlines usually operate this route from San Diego to Budapest?

There is no nonstop service from San Diego to Budapest. The route is typically flown with one stop, most commonly on KLM via Amsterdam, which offers the shortest total trip time at about 13 hours 35 minutes and runs three times daily. Lufthansa via Munich is also a frequent option, with six daily connections taking around 14 hours 35 minutes, and British Airways via London Heathrow appears eleven times daily at roughly 15 hours 10 minutes. KLM is a SkyTeam carrier, Lufthansa belongs to Star Alliance, and British Airways is part of oneworld.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

Which airport should I use in Budapest?

Budapest has one commercial airport, Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, located about 16 km southeast of the city centre. It handles all international and domestic flights, with a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers.

How do I get to San Diego Intl Airport from the city center?

From downtown San Diego, the most practical ways to reach San Diego International Airport are the frequent MTS Route 992 bus, which runs every 15 minutes from 4:15 a.m. to midnight and stops at both terminals, or a taxi or ride-share from the designated pickup zones outside each terminal. The airport is only about three miles from downtown, so taxis and ride-shares are the fastest and most popular choice for travelers with luggage, while the bus is the budget-friendly option. Driving is straightforward via North Harbor Drive, with daily, long-term, valet, and economy parking available on-site. There is no direct light rail or metro connection, though the bus and a free airport shuttle link to the Trolley network for onward travel.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Budapest airport?

Budapest Airport has the ibis Styles Budapest Airport right on the airport grounds, about a five-minute walk from Terminal 2. The TRIBE Budapest Airport is connected to Terminal 2 by a covered walkway. The Airport Hotel Budapest is a bit farther away and offers a complimentary airport shuttle.
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What facilities and services are available to travelers at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport?

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, secure luggage storage, currency exchange, ATMs, a post office, and a business center. Travelers can use the kids' playing area, dedicated smoking areas, and a chapel or room of silence. There are shower facilities available for a fee, and a tourist information desk. Duty-free shopping and restaurants are available, with water fountains near the toilets and an observation deck open 24 hours.
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the San Diego and Budapest airports?

San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers wheelchair services through your airline's accessibility department and a TSA Cares helpline that should be contacted at least 72 hours before travel. The airport also runs SAN Assist, which provides one-on-one travel guides for passengers with non-visible disabilities such as autism or chronic illness, with guides requiring at least three business days' notice. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) has ramps, lifts, and designated disabled parking, and special assistance should be requested at least 48 hours before departure. Budapest also has a kids' playing area.
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What aircraft are typically used on flights from San Diego to Budapest?

There is no nonstop service from San Diego to Budapest, so all flights connect. British Airways operates the most connecting options, using Boeing 777 family aircraft (including 777-300ER and 777-300) on the long leg via London Heathrow, with Airbus A319 or A320 on the short leg. Lufthansa connects via Munich using an Airbus A350-900, and KLM connects via Amsterdam using a Boeing 787-9.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.

Which airline alliances serve flights from San Diego to Budapest?

San Diego to Budapest has no nonstop service, but three alliance carriers operate the route with one-stop connections: KLM (SkyTeam) via Amsterdam, Lufthansa (Star Alliance) via Munich, and British Airways (oneworld) via London Heathrow. Those three alliances — SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld — are the ones represented on this route, each through a single member airline. No major non-alliance operating carrier is currently scheduled on this route.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the best airport lounge options when departing from San Diego?

When departing from San Diego International Airport, the best lounge options are all located in Terminal 2: the Aspire Lounge, the Delta Sky Club, the United Club, and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club. The Aspire Lounge is the most accessible, open to all travelers with complimentary soft drinks, light snacks, and espresso, plus a full bar where premium drinks can be purchased. The Chase Sapphire Lounge is highly rated, offering the best food of any lounge at the airport along with a bar, buffet, kids playroom, and relaxation room; access is available to Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders, Priority Pass members, or for a $75 entry fee. The Delta Sky Club and United Club are solid choices for Delta and United customers respectively, with United Club also accessible to Star Alliance Gold members and international premium cabin passengers on partner airlines. There is also a USO Lounge for military travelers, located outside security on the ground level of Terminal 2.
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?

Same-day changes or standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium cabin tickets offering the most options while Basic Economy typically does not.