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Cheapest return flight
£691
Typical prices: £685-£949
Lufthansa, SWISS
Fri 27/4Sat 23/6
BUD - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£406
Typical prices: £525-£679
KLM
Thu 26/4
BUD - SJO • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Budapest and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Cheapest • Avg £702 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 16h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Budapest to San José (BUD-SJO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Budapest to San José

Tue, 27 Apr - Wed, 23 Jun
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05:55 - 17:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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14:50 - 19:15SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
20h 25m2 stops Liberia Zurich
£691Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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06:30 - 22:15BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:00 - 17:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
27h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
£695Delta
Thu, 11 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
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06:30 - 22:05BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:05 - 17:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
27h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
£696Delta
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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06:30 - 13:12BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
37h 42m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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14:37 - 16:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
42h 48m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
£699Delta
Wed, 10 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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06:30 - 21:49BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 19m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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14:10 - 16:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
19h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
£701Delta
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar
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13:55 - 22:05BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:05 - 16:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
26h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
£702Delta
Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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06:30 - 13:12BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
37h 42m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:00 - 16:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
26h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
£705Delta
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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14:25 - 22:30BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
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09:20 - 12:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
20h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£706Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Apr - Wed, 23 Jun
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06:00 - 17:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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14:50 - 18:15SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
19h 25m2 stops Liberia Zurich
£708Multiple Airlines
Mon, 25 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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06:30 - 18:35BUD  Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Panama City Tocumen Intl
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20:30 - 22:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BUD Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
19h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£711Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Budapest to San José flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to San José. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to San José?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to San José at £719 return.
•December (£1,091) and July (£1,014) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Budapest to San José flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£406
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Budapest to San José

When to book flights from Budapest to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Budapest to San José 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 San José flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Only Business Class is available on flights from Budapest to San José.

  • How long is a flight from Budapest to San José?

    A direct flight from Budapest to San José takes 00m, covering 6,322 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Budapest to San José?

    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.

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

    Return flights from Budapest to San José range from £685 to £949, with an average of £795 over the past 12 months. Anything below £685 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Budapest to San José 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 £691 to £3,418. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Budapest to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £553.

  • Which car hire options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Priceless
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Budapest to San José usually depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

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

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Budapest to San José. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £702 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £947, a difference of £245.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 15m, compared to 16h 56m via Zurich (ZRH) and 17h 09m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Budapest and San José?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in San José?

    Children's Museum is one of the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Budapest to San José 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average £702, about £245 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Budapest to San José trip for November. Fares historically average £719 return in that month – typically £372 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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