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Cheap Flight Deals from O'Hare Intl to Budapest (ORD-BUD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl to Budapest that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Budapest

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from O'Hare Intl to Budapest.
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7:15 pm - 10:25 amORD-BUD
32h 10m1 stop
8:05 pm - 4:10 pmBUD-ORD
27h 05m1 stop
$457Scandinavian Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 27
7:15 pm - 10:25 amORD-BUD
32h 10m1 stop
8:05 pm - 4:10 pmBUD-ORD
27h 05m1 stop
$470Scandinavian Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 27
4:55 pm - 5:35 pmORD-BUD
17h 40m1 stop
7:25 am - 6:15 pmBUD-ORD
17h 50m1 stop
$514British Airways
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Tue, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 8
1:55 pm - 6:20 pmORD-BUD
21h 25m2 stops
2:20 pm - 2:55 pmBUD-ORD
31h 35m2 stops
$559United Airlines
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Tue, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 9
7:20 am - 1:55 pmORD-BUD
24h 35m2 stops
9:30 am - 12:10 pmBUD-ORD
33h 40m1 stop
$561United Airlines
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Mon, Mar 24 - Mon, Apr 7
1:49 pm - 11:30 amORD-BUD
15h 41m2 stops
7:40 am - 1:55 pmBUD-ORD
13h 15m1 stop
$575British Airways
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Fri, Mar 28 - Thu, Apr 3
2:20 pm - 8:45 amORD-BUD
11h 25m1 stop
8:00 pm - 12:10 pmBUD-ORD
23h 10m1 stop
$627SWISS
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Tue, Jul 22 - Thu, Sep 11
10:30 pm - 11:35 pmORD-BUD
18h 05m2 stops
10:15 am - 12:30 pmBUD-ORD
33h 15m1 stop
$663Lufthansa
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Tue, Jul 22 - Mon, Sep 8
10:30 pm - 11:35 pmORD-BUD
18h 05m2 stops
6:05 am - 7:55 pmBUD-ORD
20h 50m2 stops
$675Lufthansa
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Tue, Jul 22 - Fri, Sep 12
2:20 pm - 8:45 amORD-BUD
11h 25m1 stop
8:00 pm - 12:10 pmBUD-ORD
23h 10m1 stop
$687SWISS
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Tue, Aug 12 - Sun, Sep 14

Flights from O'Hare Intl to Budapest - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Budapest to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago O'Hare Airport, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest is January, where tickets cost $618 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $995 and $992 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$253
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Budapest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Budapest based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest flights

  • What is the luggage allowance on LOT Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Budapest (BUD)?

    Passengers are generally allowed two checked bags weighing up to 70lbs each on LOT Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest in the Business and Premium Economy classes. Economy Class passengers are allowed one checked bag up to 50 lbs. Passengers are also allowed one carry-on baggage with a maximum weight of 17 lbs.

  • Which airline offers flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest with less carbon emissions?

    United Airlines has implemented fuel-efficient technology, such as winglets on their aircraft, to decrease fuel consumption. They also use advanced products to clean engines and increase their efficiency including on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest. The airline also offers an optional carbon offsetting program to all its travelers.

  • What services does KLM offer for families with kids on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    C hildren with their own seat who are up to and including 11 years old will always be seated next to an adult on KLM flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Budapest (BUD). Additionally, each passenger is allowed to board the flight with one folding stroller and one child seat or baby carrier.

  • What services does Delta offer for business-class passengers on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    Delta One is Delta's business-class cabin on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Budapest (BUD). Passengers in Delta One can expect seats that fold into fully-flat beds, premium bedding, high-quality in-flight entertainment systems, noise-canceling headphones, and amenity kits with toiletries. They also receive pre-flight dining service in select airports and an elevated in-flight dining experience.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest was $253 for a one-way ticket and $457 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Budapest?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    Chicago O'Hare Airport airport is called Chicago O'Hare Intl and the only airport in Budapest is Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Budapest, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Budapest from Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Frankfurt am Main is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Budapest, KLM or Finnair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Budapest are KLM and Finnair. With an average price for the route of $1,005 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Finnair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $792 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Budapest from Chicago O'Hare Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Budapest with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and BUD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Budapest from Chicago O'Hare Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Budapest

  • Flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Budapest (BUD) may likely stop at a few different cities depending on the airline you choose. Some frequent layovers for this route include Zurich (ZRH), Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC) Boston (BOS), and Paris (CDG).
  • There are different transportation options available for getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD) to the city center. The airport is connected to the city center by public transportation, including a shuttle bus service to the metro station and regular bus services. The shuttle bus100E takes approximately 35-40 minutes, and the shuttle operates every 30 minutes. The metro is another option, where Line 3, blue line, connects the airport to the city center in 50 minutes.
  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD) serves as a gateway to several nearby cities including Tata, Esztergom, Visegrad, Szentendre, Szob, Dobogoko, Szekesfehervar,Eger, and Vac.
  • Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is a hub for both United Airlines and American Airlines which both offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Budapest (BUD). It is recommended that passengers check their flight itinerary for more specific information about their departure terminal.
  • US citizens are required to obtain a visa to visit Hungary, including Budapest. However, there is an exception where US citizens may be able to visit Hungary visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism and business purposes. To take advantage of this exemption, a passport that is valid for at least three more months than the desired stay is required for US nationals.
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Top 5 airlines serving from O'Hare Intl to Budapest

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Budapest. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from O'Hare Intl to Budapest? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
LOTOverall score based on 1067 reviews
8.2Crew
7.2Food
7.5Comfort
7.7Boarding
7.0Entertainment
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The 737 lacked business-class seating. It was basically economy plus but with the middle seats left unsold. There were no TV screens but good food and service.

10.0 ExcellentDaniel, Jan 2025TLV - WAW
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The 737 lacked business-class seating. It was basically economy plus but with the middle seats left unsold. There were no TV screens but good food and service.

Plane is super outdated, seats not that comfortable for business class. Lounge also out dated. They need to catch up to 2024. Don’t think I’d ever fly again.

Everything was good, flight was smooth and on time Like service

Boarding was impossible to navigate. Had mobility issues and a business class ticket, but still boarded almost at the end of the queue because there was absolutely no organization or assistance.

Aircraft was new. Food so so, especially vegetarian was very disappointing.

Very courteous staff. Abnoxious passenger in front of me who reclined her seat all the way without warning and without considering the person behind her. My flight ORD-WAW was so much more pleasant because of the courtesy of the passenger in front of me.

LOT told me on my first flight that I had missed boarding my second flight and told us to go to a service desk to reschedule. We then were told our flight was still boarding and that we had to run through the Warsaw airport to catch it which is just a long long runway airport. The workers at the airport were not helpful at all and you have to go through two passport checkpoints. I have asthma and was almost dead when I got on the plane and no one helped or gave us water or even acknowledged us. The flight was fine - the crew members are not friendly so it’s a very functional flight at best. Also my bag didn’t make it to my final destination.

Great service . Everyone is so polite and ready to help. I always was using Lufthansa but from now on I will use LOT. Thank you for your service.

Once again very friendly helpful staff A short flight but not only on time actually a bit early

Boeng Dreamliner has so tiny seats, so even medium and smaller size people have not enough room to fill comfortable..

I slept the whole flight so I can't tell you about the food and there was no entertainment offered. Crew was very nice, seats were comfortable in business, and boarding was easy.

It is a good airlines, very professional very good food. I wish they offered free luggage is the only thing.

I like how professional, fast and good the whole experience was.

For the price of the ticket it's probably the best service in the world

Everything was great except food . It as okay not good not bad

Edelweiss is now Nickle&dimming, not even a complimentary wine on the intercontinental flight. Sitting space is the smallest I have ever seen.

Lots of water brought around by staff which is very important to stay hydrated on a long flight. There provided swiss chocolate icecream! The attention to detail is obvious. They really want to make their passengers entertained and comfortable.

I would recommend flying SWISS to anyone. Very impressed by the quality of food. The staff was extremely kind and accommodating. They arranged a shuttle to help a group of passengers make connecting flights when there was a delay.

I have no complaints. The crew was attentive, pleasant and heloful

Flight was cancelled due to technical problems with the aircraft. It would be nice if SWISS would invest in new aircraft; that would for sure minimize the technical issues with (old) aircrafts.

Delays took 2hours and thirty minutes making me miss my connecting flight and make me sit in the Chicago airport for 9 hours

Had a short delay once we boarded the aircraft in Chicago, but it was fixed in no time flat then we were on our way. The pilot was able to make up the time lost and we landed 5 minute later then schedualed . Great service

Our seats were all the way in back of the plane,

The seats on this flight were almost roomy enough to be the basic amount needed for human existence. I think my favorite part of this flight was it landed at an A gate, which was the most palatial part of Sea-Tac I've ever seen - a massive improvement from the S gates.

The seats on this flight were almost roomy enough to be the basic amount needed for human existence.

Fight was delayed an hour due to operational issues ,then further delayed due to ground control for a total of about 1.30 hours. Salad was completely frozen and flatware was so cold you could barely handle it. Crew was friendly and professional and the flight was smooth. The aircraft was clean and well-serviced.

The flight attendants in First Class were mediocre at best. They did not take our tray away until we were about to land and only did so when I press the call button. The United person at the United Club was asked to get us our boarding pass since we missed the flight due in Chicago. She argued that we did not have seats on the flight given to us in Moline. Furthermore, she was adamant that we did not have a First Class ticket. After I spent much time with her trying to show we were correct, she reluctantly agreed. She was probably the most incompetent ticketing person I have ever met and I have traveled 3 million miles on United plus many additional miles with other carriers. United has definitely deteriorated in more than on way.

Short flight - no food understandable. Flight was delayed for over an hour. Overall, it was good.

We arrived early and finally made it to our gate almost an hour after.

Was a pain having to leave the plane and reboard but glad the plane was fixed

It would have been nice if my luggage had made it onto my connecting flight as well. Now I have to wait for my luggage to be delivered and that might take a while, which certainly put a damper on the entire experience.

Crew was not happy. Very uncomfortable seats. When person leans back in front of you the screen is too close to me. Food was awful.

They lost my luggage and despite all follow ups through emails and phone calls they don’t give me an update

Everything went really well. Snacks could be better and there was no tea/coffee service after dinner. Crew was helpful and friendly.

Both flights were delayed and we missed our connection. Our second flight was delayed 3 times. I have always had great service and never any problems with my flights on Lufthansa. My last two flights were, unfortunately, awful. I fly quite often to Germany and have had better luck with United than Lufthansa.

Lufthansa charged me $280 to take skiiis when in the US the boot bag and skiis are one check-in bag. This was not advertised and a real shock at the airport. They only took the boot bag as a check-in item. The seats have been squeezed together like any economy airline and legroom is not as good as it used to be. Otherwise, the flight was fine and staff was helpful for making my connection.

On board Entertainment and crew services were absolutely trash! Neither me, nor any of my 40 family/friends members are flying Lufthansa again!

Eet late informed about delay of more rhan four houts

After living in Europe for five years and flying with Lufthansa and KLM airlines, I’ve realized that United Airlines is now a budget carrier. The flight attendant are not friendly. The seats are not comfortable. And everything comes at a cost. I will be flying with KLM and Skyteam like Delta to the US going forward no doubt. United Airlines is not what it once was:

My schedule flight was rebooking and changed to Chicago, then I did not used the flight from Dulles to Savannah

Experience was good. Could have been better if we didn’t have to board an hour before the flight to ghana and miss relaxing time in the lounge. That process was very stressful

Boarding crew is unfriendly as i was asked to handover carryon luggage too upto final destination Bangalore I was not prepared for that and i had to travel without my diabetic and hypertension medicines

I was charged fees for check in bags at the airport by British Airways. It was supposed to be no charge but Kayak messed up my booking apparently and I had to pay for check in bags. I paid $175.

They took my carry on and checked it in. Staff in general at Heathrow are not friendly or helpful

The crew were professional and friendly. It was the most uncomfortable international flight I've ever flown. Crammed in passengers. No overhead space to put my bag. No leg room and unable to recline seat due to seats too close together so it upset passenger behind me! Upgrade price to get 2 inches of more space unreasonable.

Boarding in Dallas was hell with extremely rude gate agents , especially a lady named Rajathi who was the epitome of rudeness with no compassion at all . She was horrible and I wonder why airlines have people like her on their roster who exude arrogance and haughtiness . Will probably not fly British Airwsys because of people like her .

Less than average, low level of shared required information needed during the transfer from airport to another, also the used team during boarding In Indianapolis station is Not Professional

Food was average. Better headphones seats were average at best.

Nice flight. Legroom was good. Food was good. Staff was friendly and helpful. Plane was modern and clean. Seats and headrests were comfortable. Entertainment system was good and modern, with a bright LCD screen and many appealing choices.

I have something to say about the flight I took from London to Gothenburg, after my flight from Austin to London. I fly a lot and have done so for decades. I first flew to Scandinavia in 1973. My former wife is Norwegian. The main thing was the experience at the Gothenburg airport. Three flights from Britain arrived around the same time. So there were huge lines at immigration since Brits are no longer a part of the EU. After over an hour in line, I finally gave my passport to the immigrations man. You’d have thought I was an Afghan. I just barely got into Sweden. I had to answer all kinds of blunt questions. I had to show all kinds of onward tickets, addresses of places I’d be staying and it was pretty daunting. Perhaps it has to do with the situation with Russia. British Air might have done something to prepare people that things have changed a lot and they’d better be ready to run the gauntlet when trying to get into the country here. Thanks for listening and taking this into consideration. Sincerely, a senior citizen of the USA

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