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$65+ Cheap flights from Budapest (BUD) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — IST
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Budapest to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$120
(Wizz Air)

One-way from

$65
(Wizz Air)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$148

Good round-trip deal

$692 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 or less
From Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Budapest to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Budapest to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Wizz Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:15 amBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Sun 9/219:10 amIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 7/28$120
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/87:55 pmBUD - IST
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/109:10 amIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$137

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Budapest to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Budapest

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 9/18

5:15 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 9/21

9:10 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$120

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 10/8

7:55 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

9:10 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$137

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 10/21

5:15 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$65

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$85

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 9/1

3:15 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$119

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 8/26

9:35 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$126

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 8/24

8:55 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$187

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 8/29

10:15 am-9:20 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$225

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 87% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Budapest to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Budapest to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Budapest to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Budapest to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from BUD to IST are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Norwegian, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa from Budapest to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Norwegian
7.8
Good
234 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight
Norwegian
7.8
Good
234 reviews
Norwegian
7.8
Good
234 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
Norwegian
7.8
Good
234 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,265 reviews
Norwegian
7.8
Good
234 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,057 reviews
Norwegian
7.8
Good
234 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight
Air Serbia
6.3
Okay
196 reviews
Norwegian
7.8
Good
234 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Budapest to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Budapest to Istanbul?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 10.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Budapest to Istanbul. 4 airlines have flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $120, Wizz Air will fly you from Budapest to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Wizz Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Wizz Air is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from $119 and Norwegian from $126 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Royal Jordanian (92%), Singapore Airlines (92%) or Turkish Airlines (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,384, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $43. When looking at the most popular route, (Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $144 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Budapest to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Budapest to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Budapest to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Budapest to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Budapest to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Budapest to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Budapest to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest$86Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
AjetCheapest$106Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$108Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$150Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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