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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £417. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Budapest.£358 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £358, select.

Budapest.£374 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £374, select.

Budapest.£386 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £386, select.

Budapest.£386 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £386, select.

Budapest.£386 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £386, select.

Budapest.£417 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Budapest on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

Budapest.£421 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Budapest on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £421, select.

Budapest.£423 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Budapest on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £423, select.

Budapest.£423 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Budapest on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £423, select.

Budapest.£423 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Budapest on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £423, select.

Budapest.£424 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £424, select.

Budapest.£426 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Budapest on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £426, select.

Budapest.£428 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Budapest on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.

Budapest.£449 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £449, select.

Budapest.£459 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Budapest on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £459, select.

Budapest.£525 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Budapest.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £525, select.

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Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Chicago to Budapest?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Budapest is £358. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Budapest?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Budapest. But we found flights with one stop from £358.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago to Budapest?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Budapest.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Budapest is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Budapest Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Budapest Airport on Saturday, 2 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to Budapest Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Budapest Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Budapest?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Budapest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Budapest?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Budapest with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Budapest is Scandinavian Airlines .

Flying from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to BUD. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to BUD. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
- Vienna International Airport (VIE)
ORD is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Chicago to BUD flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kms (90 miles) or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Book a hotel close to BUD if you have a late flight from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

Central Budapest is around 16 kms (10 miles) from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is £215. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £358. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to BUD. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Chicago to BUD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.
Lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), while June is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Budapest based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Chicago to BUD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.

More about Budapest

Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Budapest:
Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building are just two of the top attractions to add to your Budapest itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at St. Stephen's Basilica.

Explore more of Hungary

You've visited Budapest, now it's time to explore more of Hungary. Journey around 177 kms (110 miles) east to Debrecen to tick off its leading attractions. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 137 kms (85 miles) northeast of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. No visit is complete without checking out Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.