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$52+ 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — IST
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
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 June, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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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 April 18, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:30 am
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Mon 6/19:25 am
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/18$120
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/45:30 am
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Sun 6/79:25 am
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/14$124
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 4/295:30 am
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Sat 5/211:55 pm
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/16$125
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/95:30 am
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Sun 10/119:25 am
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/15$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/225:30 am
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Tue 7/2811:55 pm
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/17$130
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Tue 4/218:00 pm
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop1h 55m
Wizz Air
Tue 5/511:55 pm
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/16$133
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 6/312:00 pm
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Sun 6/79:25 am
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/14$136
This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 4/205:30 am
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Tue 5/511:55 pm
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/16$137
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:30 am
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Wizz Air
Sun 5/109:25 am
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 4/16$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/209:55 pm
BUD
-
IST
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/289:25 am
IST
-
BUD
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/98:00 pm
BUD
-
IST
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/131:50 pm
IST
-
BUD
1 stop10h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$141

Find 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 April 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$52
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$218

Good round-trip deal

$861 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/28

5:30 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 6/4

9:25 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$129

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 7/14

5:30 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 9/4

9:25 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 7/13

5:30 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 9/3

9:25 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 6/4

3:15 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 6/8

4:30 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

$214

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 6/4

3:15 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 6/7

4:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$214

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 5/5

3:15 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 6/4

4:40 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$215

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/14

11:25 am-3:40 am

1 stop15h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 5/20

3:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 10m

$218

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 6/2

3:15 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 6/11

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$218

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/14

3:15 pm-3:40 am

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 5/21

4:30 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

$221

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 6/23

5:25 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 6/27

5:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$227

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Deals found on 4/16

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Compare providers for flights from Budapest to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Budapest to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Budapest-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Budapest-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Budapest-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Budapest-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Budapest-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Budapest with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 10, 2026.

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport (average of $133). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 April 18, 2026.

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 85% 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 April 11, 2026.

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

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 April 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air, andPegasus Airlines 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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,306 reviews

Overall

7.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,306 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,306 reviews

Overall

7.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,100 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,306 reviews

Overall

7.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,306 reviews

Overall

7.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Scout,Mar 2026

UBN - IST

The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.

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 11 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in 2h 15m. Fly via Wizz Air or Air Serbia to get the fastest option. There are 632 mi between Budapest and Istanbul Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $49, Ajet will fly you from Budapest to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Ajet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $89 and $112, respectively. Ajet is currently priced 69% 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 $42 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ajet from $66 and Pegasus Airlines from $74 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 Qatar Airways (100%), Royal Jordanian (92%) or Wizz Air (89%) 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 $1,358, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $47. When looking at the most popular route, (Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $93 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport (average of $133). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest$49Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Wizz AirCheapest$89Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$112Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$170Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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