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      Compare New York Newark to Budapest flight deals

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      Flight deals from New York Newark to Budapest

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,212. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Budapest.R 3,492 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,492, select.
      Budapest.R 4,308 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,308, select.
      Budapest.R 4,343 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,343, select.
      Budapest.R 4,420 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,420, select.
      Budapest.R 4,619 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,619, select.
      Budapest.R 4,639 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,639, select.
      Budapest.R 4,699 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,699, select.
      Budapest.R 4,822 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,822, select.
      Budapest.R 5,086 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,086, select.
      Budapest.R 5,182 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,182, select.
      Budapest.R 6,049 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,049, select.
      Budapest.R 6,981 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 27 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,981, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Budapest

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Aug
      from R 5,196
      Sep
      from R 3,500
      Oct
      from R 4,319
      Nov
      from R 4,431
      Dec
      from R 4,354
      Jan
      from R 4,631
      Feb
      from R 4,711
      Mar
      from R 5,099
      Apr
      from R 4,651
      May
      from R 4,834
      Jun
      from R 6,999
      Jul
      from R 6,065

      New York Newark to Budapest: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from New York Newark to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

      Budapest

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      New York to Budapest: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 3,500
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Budapest is R 10,064. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York Newark to Budapest. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,090.
      As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from New York Newark to Budapest.
      The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Budapest is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York Newark Airport and Budapest Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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.

      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.

      Currently, Icelandair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

      Travelling from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

      • The timezone in Budapest is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of New York.

      • Give yourself enough time to make your EWR to BUD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

      • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between EWR and BUD include:

        • Frankfurt am Main Airport

        • Munich Airport

        • Milan Malpensa Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

      • Currently, R 3,492 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,090. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

      • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EWR to BUD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

      • Getting cheap flights from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.

      • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EWR to BUD.

      • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport.

      Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)

      • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

      • 71% of flights leaving from New York Newark Airport land at their destination on schedule.

      • To get to New York Newark Airport from central New York, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

      • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

      • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near EWR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

      Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

      When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

      • The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Budapest based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

      • Book your flight from New York Newark Airport to Budapest Airport for August if you'd like to go to Budapest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

      • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EWR to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.

      Explore more of Hungary

      • You've seen Budapest, now it's time to discover other corners of Hungary. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its popular sights. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

      • If you're ready to explore another side of Hungary, head for Miskolc, about 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are among the biggest draws.

      Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Budapest

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.