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Cheapest return flight
€320
Typical prices: €555-€700
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/11Sun 25/11
BUD - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
€409
Typical prices: €434-€678
KLM
Wed 10/1
BUD - ORD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Budapest and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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
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Top stopover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg €544 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 12h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Budapest to O'Hare Intl (BUD-ORD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Budapest to O'Hare Intl

Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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19:50 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 19:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
16h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€320Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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19:50 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 09:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
31h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€320Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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10:25 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 09:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
31h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€337Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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10:25 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 09:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
31h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€340Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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10:25 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 09:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
31h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€350Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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10:25 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 09:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
31h 25m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€351Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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19:50 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 19:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
16h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€352Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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12:10 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 35m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 12:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
33h 55m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen Warsaw Frederic Chopin
€458Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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10:25 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 19:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
16h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
€462Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 16:45BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 35m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 12:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
33h 55m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen Warsaw Frederic Chopin
€499Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

How much is a return flight from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Return flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at €320. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from €555 to €700. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €320 on Scandinavian Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at €507 return.
•August (€729) and December (€728) 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 O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

€409
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.
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When to book flights from Budapest to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Budapest to O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at €558 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at €699, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of €626. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 12,493 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 €320 to €3,055. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €1,094, which is 111% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from €555 to €700, with an average of €626 over the past 12 months. Anything below €555 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Budapest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 €558 – 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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).

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