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$62+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — BUD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 Tuesday 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$62
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$85

Good round-trip deal

$88 or less

Good one-way deal

$41 or less
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/612:55 amIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mWizz Air
Mon 3/108:00 pmBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Deal found 2/19$80
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/711:55 pmIST - BUD
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/96:10 pmBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$130
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/135:40 pmIST - BUD
1 stop23h 05mAir Serbia
Mon 3/173:15 pmBUD - IST
1 stop10h 55mAir Serbia
Deal found 2/19$181
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/67:05 pmIST - BUD
Nonstop2h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sun 3/99:15 amBUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19$244
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:50 amIST - BUD
1 stop13h 05mLufthansa
Sat 3/158:05 amBUD - IST
2 stops12h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$296
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 2/207:50 amIST - BUD
1 stop6h 20mLOT
Fri 2/218:20 pmBUD - IST
1 stop26h 20mLOT
Deal found 2/19$340
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/81:40 amIST - BUD
1 stop13h 40mAegean Airlines
Fri 6/139:25 amBUD - IST
1 stop9h 35mAegean Airlines
Deal found 2/19$509
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/285:55 pmIST - BUD
1 stop24h 20mKLM
Sun 3/26:30 amBUD - IST
1 stop8h 25mKLM
Deal found 2/19$577
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:10 amIST - BUD
1 stop11h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 3/26:55 amBUD - IST
1 stop16h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$691

Find flights from Istanbul to Budapest within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

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Istanbul

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Budapest

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Depart

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Price

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Wed 3/12

12:55 am-1:05 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/17

5:00 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$95

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Fri 3/7

11:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/9

6:10 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$130

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Thu 3/13

5:40 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 3/17

3:15 pm-4:10 am

1 stop10h 55m

$181

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Thu 3/6

7:05 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/9

9:15 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$244

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Mon 3/10

6:50 am-5:55 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sat 3/15

8:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$296

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Sun 6/8

1:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 6/13

9:25 am-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$509

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Mon 3/31

2:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 4/4

3:40 pm-2:50 am

1 stop10h 10m

$874

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Thu 3/6

1:50 am-9:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/9

10:10 pm-12:50 am

1 stop24h 40m

$942

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Thu 5/22

12:10 am-2:40 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 5/25

3:40 pm-4:45 am

2 stops36h 05m

$1,711

IstanbulBudapest

IST - BUD

ISTBUD

Istanbul

Wed 3/5

2:10 am-6:25 am

1 stop30h 15m

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Sun 3/9

11:25 am-6:20 am

1 stop40h 55m

$4,984

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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.
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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Budapest

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

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 February 14, 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 $1,221). 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul Airport to Budapest in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 57% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to Budapest. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from IST to BUD are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Aegean Airlines and KLM from Istanbul to Budapest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
1,078 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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
7.3
Good
3,835 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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 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 $80. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Serbia and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $181 and $244, respectively. Wizz Air is 22% 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 $62. Users have also found prices from $91 and $96 on KLM and Air Serbia, 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 (100%), Turkish Airlines (91%) or IndiGo (91%) 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 $94, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $37. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl), you can expect to pay $101 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 $1,221). 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 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 February 20, 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$187Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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