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Flight deals from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Budapest.$193 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Fri, 28 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Budapest on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $193, select.
Budapest.$210 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Sat, 6 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Budapest on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $210, select.
Budapest.$216 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Budapest on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Budapest.$235 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Budapest on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.
Budapest.$235 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Budapest on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.
Budapest.$235 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Budapest on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.
Budapest.$236 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Budapest on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.
Budapest.$236 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Sun, 26 Oct.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Budapest on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from $379
Jul
from $271
Aug
from $268
Sep
from $279
Oct
from $236
Nov
from $193
Dec
from $210
Jan
from $216
Feb
from $235
Mar
from $235
Apr
from $1,515
May
from $1,522

Direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest

Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$193
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest is $193. 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.
2 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest.
Pegasus Airlines, AJet and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest.
As of June 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Budapest is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport on Monday, 24 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 7 minutes.
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, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

  • Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, making Budapest two hours behind Istanbul.

  • Take your pick of 21 weekly Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with Pegasus is the earliest you can take. Pegasus operates the last service of the day at 16:10.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your SAW to BUD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Pegasus has direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if time allows.

  • Pegasus is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for SAW to BUD flights is Pegasus.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SAW and BUD include:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • $80 is currently the best price for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Return flights start at $193. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAW to BUD.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SAW to BUD.

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

Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Of the flights that depart from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% land on time at their destination.

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to SAW? If you've booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion to explore Budapest and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

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

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Budapest. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.

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

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Budapest in April.

  • The warmest month in Budapest is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SAW to BUD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Hungary you should also see. About 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.

  • Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary. Experience major highlights starting with Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Budapest

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