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$66+ 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — IST
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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August

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$100
(Wizz Air)

One-way from

$66
(Mytrip)
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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 November 20, 2024.

This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/145:00 amBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Mon 12/1612:55 amIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 11/20$101
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/278:00 pmBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/41:55 pmIST - BUD
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$132
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/73:15 pmBUD - IST
1 stop22h 40mAir Serbia
Mon 12/95:30 amIST - BUD
1 stop3h 50mAir Serbia
Deal found 11/20$191
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/108:45 pmBUD - IST
1 stop15h 10mLOT
Fri 12/137:50 amIST - BUD
1 stop13h 50mLOT
Deal found 11/19$230
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/29:15 amBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/512:45 pmIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$250
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/118:05 amBUD - IST
2 stops12h 40mLufthansa
Mon 12/166:55 pmIST - BUD
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 11/20$254

Find flights from Budapest to Istanbul within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 4/10

6:30 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 4/14

9:10 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$100

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/6

5:30 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 2/17

9:55 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$102

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 12/13

3:15 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 12/15

4:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop16h 40m

$191

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 1/19

6:10 am-10:45 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 2/5

7:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$226

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/10

8:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 12/13

7:50 am-7:40 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$230

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 5/1

1:55 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 5/4

11:55 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$244

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 12/3

6:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$66

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 12/27

8:00 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$72

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 2/13

7:50 am-4:25 am

1 stop18h 35m

$102

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 12/11

8:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$208

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
business-class.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 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

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Travel insights for flights from Budapest to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Budapest to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport is 82 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 $897). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 November 20, 2024.

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 35% versus a flight at noon.

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 November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Budapest to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from BUD to IST are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Serbia, Lufthansa and Wizz Air from Budapest to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,165 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,915 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Gulf Air
7.4
Good
239 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

TAROM
7.3
Good
114 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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. 5 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $100, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Serbia and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $191 and $226, respectively. Wizz Air is currently priced 26% 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 $72 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from $102 and Lufthansa from $208 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 (81%), Wizz Air (80%) or Singapore Airlines (78%) 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 $1,312, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $44. When looking at the most popular route, (Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $241 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 $897). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 5 airlines flying from Budapest to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AnadoluJetCheapest$75Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Wizz AirCheapest$87Average$129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
AjetCheapest$119Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$128Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$157Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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