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Flight deals from Philadelphia to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,877. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Budapest.R 4,214 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,214, select.
Budapest.R 5,224 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,224, select.
Budapest.R 5,225 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,225, select.
Budapest.R 5,241 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,241, select.
Budapest.R 5,264 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,264, select.
Budapest.R 5,305 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,305, select.
Budapest.R 5,510 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,510, select.
Budapest.R 5,538 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,538, select.
Budapest.R 5,977 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,977, select.
Budapest.R 6,056 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,056, select.
Budapest.R 6,721 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,721, select.
Budapest.R 8,896 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,896, select.
Budapest.R 8,901 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,901, select.
Budapest.R 11,058 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,058, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from R 5,538
Jul
from R 5,305
Aug
from R 5,510
Sep
from R 5,224
Oct
from R 4,214
Nov
from R 5,225
Dec
from R 5,977
Jan
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Feb
from R 6,056
Mar
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May
from R 5,241

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Budapest

Philadelphia to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Budapest

17km from central Budapest
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Philadelphia to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,214
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time8 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week32

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to Budapest is R 10,725. 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.
8 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Budapest.
Finnair, American Airlines and Iberia fly direct from Philadelphia to Budapest.
As of June 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Budapest is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Budapest Airport on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 35 minutes.
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.

Travelling from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) departing from here.

  • 8 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Philadelphia.

  • The busiest route is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). There are 3 direct services every week.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to BUD. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) can be booked from this terminal.

  • When taking off from PHL, you can catch a direct flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with American Airlines.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between PHL and BUD is American Airlines.

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to BUD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • You can get to TTN from central Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to BUD flight:

  • Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.

  • The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BUD:

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.

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

  • Central Budapest is around 16 kilometres from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is R 4,214. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,725. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Philadelphia to BUD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • Cheap Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Philadelphia to BUD.

  • Find a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Budapest. June is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Philadelphia to BUD plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Budapest

  • Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are loads of terrific things to do in Budapest when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Fisherman's Bastion followed by Hungarian Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Basilica.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Debrecen is just one of the many cities in Hungary waiting to be explored once you've seen Budapest. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Hungary, head for Miskolc, roughly 137 kilometres northeast of Budapest. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Philadelphia to Budapest

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