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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Budapest to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Diego.$632 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 5, returning Wed, Feb 18.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Budapest on Thu, Feb 5, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Feb 18, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $632, select.
San Diego.$656 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 26, returning Wed, Mar 25.Round-trip flight with Wizz Air and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Budapest on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Mar 25, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $656, select.
San Diego.$667 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 8, returning Mon, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with Iberia and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departing from Budapest on Mon, Jun 8, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $667, select.
San Diego.$673 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 10, returning Sun, Oct 11.Round-trip flight with British Airways and Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Budapest on Thu, Sep 10, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departing from San Diego International on Sun, Oct 11, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $673, select.
San Diego.$675 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 23, returning Mon, Mar 30.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Budapest on Mon, Mar 23, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Mar 30, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.
San Diego.$675 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 12, returning Sat, May 23.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Budapest on Tue, May 12, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Sat, May 23, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.
San Diego.$675 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 24, returning Sun, Apr 26.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Budapest on Fri, Apr 24, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Sun, Apr 26, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.
San Diego.$679 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 21, returning Tue, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Budapest on Thu, May 21, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from San Diego International on Tue, Jun 2, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $679, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Budapest to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jan
from $737
Feb
from $632
Mar
from $675
Apr
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May
from $675
Jun
from $667
Jul
from $704
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Oct
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Budapest to San Diego: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$632
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan – Palomar.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Budapest to San Diego is $632. 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 Budapest to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from $632.
There are no flights flying from Budapest to San Diego, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to San Diego is usually February.
If you're flying from Budapest Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the center of San Diego. We've found flights to this airport from $632.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to San Diego on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Budapest Airport and San Diego. 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 San Diego 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Traveling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Budapest, where Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your BUD to San Diego flight.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from BUD to San Diego. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • BUD is around 18 kilometers from central Budapest. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.

  • Booked an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BUD:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, data shows 71.48% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego flight is $393. The cheapest price for a return flight is $632. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BUD to San Diego if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across each month and score an incredible deal.

  • Finding a cheap flight from BUD to San Diego is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a deal gets even better.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometers from the center of San Diego. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • Getting to the center by public transport takes around 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across San Diego and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from BUD to San Diego.

  • SAN is located at N Harbor Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Once your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego has arrived, you can reach the city center in around 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 56 kilometers from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 2 hours 15 minutes or so.

  • Following your BUD to San Diego flight, rest your head at a hotel near CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Generally, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from CLD as soon as your plans are confirmed.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Visit San Diego in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUD to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about San Diego

  • Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to San Diego, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are leading attractions which should feature on every San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometers away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Phoenix is another standout destination in United States and is around 483 kilometers east of San Diego. No journey is complete without dropping by Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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