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Cheapest return flight
€546
Typical prices: €556-€701
LOT
Sat 24/2Sun 11/3
BUD - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
€395
Typical prices: €434-€679
Air Serbia
Sun 23/12
BUD - ORD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Budapest and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
April
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg €545 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 12h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Budapest to Chicago (BUD-CHI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Budapest to Chicago

Wed, 24 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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09:45 - 19:55BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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21:50 - 19:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
€546LOT
Tue, 23 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
LOT Logo
09:45 - 19:55BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 10m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
LOT Logo
21:50 - 17:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
12h 30m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
€546LOT
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 11:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
11h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€557Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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06:30 - 14:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 17:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
15h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€558Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 22:32BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 32m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 11:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
11h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€561Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 22:32BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 32m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:10 - 11:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
11h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€562Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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06:30 - 14:25BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:25 - 16:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
17h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€563KLM
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Delta Logo
06:00 - 14:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
15:05 - 12:15ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 10m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
€564Delta
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Delta Logo
06:00 - 14:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
17:29 - 16:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
16h 01m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
€566Delta
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
KLM Logo
13:00 - 22:32BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 32m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
KLM Logo
13:25 - 10:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
14h 15m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
€567KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Budapest to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Budapest to Chicago with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Budapest to Chicago?

Return flights from Budapest to Chicago start at €546. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from €556 to €701. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €546 on LOT.

What is the cheapest Budapest to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Budapest to Chicago routes. They average around €627 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Chicago?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Chicago and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Chicago?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Chicago at €507 return.
•August (€729) and December (€729) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Budapest to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Budapest to Chicago are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Budapest to Chicago flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

€395
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Budapest to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Budapest to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Budapest to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Budapest to Chicago?

    Flights from Budapest to Chicago usually depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Budapest to Chicago?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Budapest to Chicago.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Budapest to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Budapest to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Budapest to Chicago?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Budapest to Chicago route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at €559 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at €700, a difference of €141. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, McCormick Place, and Grant Park. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Budapest to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of €627. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Budapest to Chicago?

    A direct flight from Budapest to Chicago takes 0h 00m, covering 12,481 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Budapest to Chicago?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Budapest to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €546 to €3,170. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Budapest to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Budapest to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €449, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Budapest to Chicago?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 16m, compared to 12h 47m via Zurich (ZRH) and 12h 52m via Vienna Intl (VIE).

  • What is the time difference between Budapest and Chicago?

    Chicago is 7 hours behind Budapest (Central Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car hire options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) – daily rates from around €15:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) – daily rates from around €28:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) – daily rates from around €26:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Budapest to Chicago flight?

    Return flights from Budapest to Chicago range from €556 to €701, with an average of €627 over the past 12 months. Anything below €556 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Budapest to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average €559 – about €141 less than Thursday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Budapest to Chicago trip for February. Fares historically average €507 return in that month – typically €222 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.
    - Skylark Motel

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