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Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in June.

San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

San Jose to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 3,093
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest is AED 3,093. 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 San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 3,093.
There are no flights flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Budapest is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Budapest Airport on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport and Budapest Airport. 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 Budapest 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 Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Traveling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Budapest is seven hours ahead of San Jose and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your SJO to BUD flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SJO and BUD:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • Right now, AED 1,528 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 3,093. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJO to BUD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.

  • Finding cheap flights from SJO to BUD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.83% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometers from central San Jose. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SJO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:

  • Follow your own route with a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and see more of Budapest and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Budapest is approximately 24 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center by car.

  • It typically takes 1 hour to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Budapest in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to visit Budapest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SJO to BUD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Hungary waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometers east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.

  • Miskolc is another must-experience destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometers north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without a visit to Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.

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