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Flight deals from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,272. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Budapest.R 4,213 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,213, select.

Budapest.R 4,555 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,555, select.

Budapest.R 4,714 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,714, select.

Budapest.R 4,784 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,784, select.

Budapest.R 4,878 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,878, select.

Budapest.R 4,980 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,980, select.

Budapest.R 5,076 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,076, select.

Budapest.R 5,169 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,169, select.

Budapest.R 5,584 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,584, select.

Budapest.R 8,538 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,538, select.

Budapest.R 8,710 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,710, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

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Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest is R 9,915. 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 O'Hare International to Budapest?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,915.

How many flights are there a week from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Budapest is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago O'Hare International Airport 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 O'Hare International Airport to Budapest with?

Currently, Scandinavian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest seven hours ahead of Chicago.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ORD to BUD flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ORD and BUD:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Copenhagen Airport
- Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport flight is R 4,213. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 9,915. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ORD to BUD, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ORD to BUD.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ORD:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Grab a Budapest Airport rental car and explore Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Budapest Airport about four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

Budapest Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Budapest. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Budapest Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to BUD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

Explore more of Hungary

Budapest is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Hungary just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.
Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without visiting Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.