HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Budapest

$61+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Budapest (BUD)

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — BUD
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Istanbul to Budapest with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Budapest

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Budapest (BUD). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$87
(Wizz Air)

One-way from

$61
(Wizz Air)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$89

Good round-trip deal

$138 or less

Good one-way deal

$59 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Istanbul-Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Istanbul-Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Budapest

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Budapest
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Budapest. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 5/139:10 amIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Wed 5/216:40 pmBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Deal found 3/24$83
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/144:35 amIST - BUD
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/146:40 pmBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$119
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 6/34:35 pmIST - BUD
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Fri 6/67:45 pmBUD - IST
1 stop6h 45mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/24$185
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:30 pmIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 5/251:55 pmBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/24$288
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 3/242:55 pmIST - BUD
1 stop23h 15mLOT
Mon 3/3112:50 pmBUD - IST
1 stop10h 00mLOT
Deal found 3/24$326
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 6/52:00 pmIST - BUD
2 stops10h 35mLufthansa
Sun 6/82:20 pmBUD - IST
1 stop6h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 3/24$343
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2512:15 amIST - BUD
1 stop10h 30mTAROM
Thu 3/271:20 pmBUD - IST
1 stop19h 30mTAROM
Deal found 3/24$545

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Budapest 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Budapest that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Budapest

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Tue 5/13

9:10 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/21

6:40 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$83

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Wed 5/14

4:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 5/14

6:40 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$119

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Tue 6/3

4:35 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 6/6

7:45 pm-3:30 am

1 stop6h 45m

$185

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Tue 4/22

1:55 pm-9:05 am

1 stop20h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 4/26

5:35 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$283

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Fri 5/23

6:30 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 5/25

1:55 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$288

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Sat 5/17

2:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 5/19

8:25 am-9:20 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$335

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Mon 6/30

1:40 am-9:05 am

1 stop8h 25m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 7/7

3:05 pm-2:20 am

1 stop10h 15m

$565

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

9:10 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$61

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Mon 4/14

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$104

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Fri 4/11

11:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$108

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/24

Showing 1-10 of 17 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Budapest

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 Istanbul to Budapest in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice 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 Istanbul Airport-Budapest flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Budapest flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Budapest flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Budapest 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 Istanbul Airport-Budapest 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 Istanbul to Budapest

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Budapest from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Budapest. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Budapest, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,216). 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 IST to BUD?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Budapest. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul Airport to Budapest in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 59% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Budapest

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Budapest. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from IST to BUD are scheduled on a Friday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Budapest by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Budapest ranges from 1.2 - 2.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Budapest when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Budapest by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Budapest, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Budapest

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Budapest. 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 Budapest. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines, LOT and Etihad Airways from Istanbul to Budapest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
726 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
726 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
726 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,061 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
726 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,176 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
726 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
726 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
766 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
726 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Budapest. 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 into for flights to Budapest from Istanbul?

    Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Budapest. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ferenc Liszt Intl from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Budapest airport from Istanbul. It is only a 10.3 mi journey from Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) to Budapest’s city center.

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

    Flying on Wizz Air is currently your cheapest option to Budapest, with prices starting at $87. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Serbia and LOT, with the lowest prices starting at $183 and $288, respectively. Wizz Air is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Wizz Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $61. Users have also found prices from $104 and $121 on Air Serbia and Aegean Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Budapest consider choosing Singapore Airlines (95%), Turkish Airlines (88%) or IndiGo (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Istanbul Airport to Budapest is generally $165, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $41. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl), you can expect to pay $183 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Budapest 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 Istanbul Airport to Budapest?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Budapest (average of $656). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Budapest in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,216). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Istanbul Airport?

Book flights to Istanbul Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Szeged

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Other flights to Budapest

Explore flights to Budapest departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on March 25, 2025.
Budapest to Sofia flights
Budapest to Berlin flights
Budapest to Amman flights
Budapest to Charleroi Brussels Airport flights
Budapest to London Gatwick Airport flights
Budapest to London Stansted Airport flights
Budapest to Copenhagen flights
Budapest to Berlin flights
Budapest to Charleroi Brussels Airport flights
Budapest to Rome Fiumicino Airport flights
Budapest to Rome Fiumicino Airport flights
Budapest to Prague flights
Budapest to Milan Malpensa Airport flights
Budapest to Bari flights
Budapest to London Luton Airport flights
Budapest to Prague flights
Budapest to Venice Marco Polo Airport flights
Budapest to Edinburgh flights

Top 4 airlines flying from Istanbul to Budapest

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Budapest. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$68Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Wizz AirCheapest$80Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
AjetCheapest$121Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$169Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.