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Budapest.$137 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $137, select.

Budapest.$142 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Mon, 5 Jan.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.

Budapest.$146 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Budapest.$146 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar, returning Fri, 13 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Budapest.$146 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Budapest.$146 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb, returning Fri, 13 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Budapest.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Budapest.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Istanbul on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Budapest on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Budapest

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

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Istanbul to Budapest: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$137
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	2 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	79

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Budapest?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Budapest is $137. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Budapest?

2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Budapest.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Budapest?

Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Wizz Air fly direct from Istanbul to Budapest.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Budapest?

As of June 2025, there are 79 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Budapest.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Budapest is usually June 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Budapest Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Budapest Airport on Thursday, 21 August 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Budapest Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Budapest?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Budapest?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul to Budapest with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Budapest is Wizz Air .

Flying from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): What you need to know

Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), with 32 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from IST to BUD is the 12:55am Wizz Air option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 11:45pm with Wizz Air.
Your flight from Istanbul to BUD won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) can be booked from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport taking off from IST.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to BUD.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

You can book a direct Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) flight ticket with departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Decide if leaving from SAW is a better fit for your trip.
Get on your direct flight from Istanbul to BUD with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of SAW.
Pegasus is the most popular choice for travellers flying from SAW to BUD.
Among the carriers operating flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, Pegasus has the best record for on-time arrivals.
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to BUD flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.

About Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Grab a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and discover Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight.

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

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Budapest. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

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

Currently, $57 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $137. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Istanbul to BUD, book your flight ticket two months before your departure date.
July is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on an Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on flight tickets from Istanbul to BUD.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). July is the peak month for travel to Budapest. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Budapest is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to BUD flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Budapest

Start your Budapest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. River Danube, Fisherman's Bastion and Hungarian Parliament Building are must-visits when exploring Budapest.

Explore more of Hungary

You've done Budapest, now it's time to explore other corners of Hungary. Travel around 177 kilometres east to Debrecen to check off its top sights. From Hortobagy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 137 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another favourite stop in Hungary. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miskolc-Tapolca cave bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.