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Recent round-trip flight deals from Budapest to Istanbul

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Budapest to Istanbul.
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5:15 am - 8:30 amBUD-IST
2h 15mnonstop
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9:10 am - 10:15 amIST-BUD
2h 05mnonstop
$91Wizz Air
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Mon, Jun 2 - Fri, Jun 20
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6:40 pm - 9:55 pmBUD-IST
2h 15mnonstop
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9:10 am - 10:15 amIST-BUD
2h 05mnonstop
$92Wizz Air
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Mon, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 19
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5:15 am - 8:30 amBUD-IST
2h 15mnonstop
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9:10 am - 10:15 amIST-BUD
2h 05mnonstop
$97Wizz Air
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Wed, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 19
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8:40 am - 3:50 amBUD-IST
18h 10m1 stop
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9:10 am - 10:15 amIST-BUD
2h 05mnonstop
Wed, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 19
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5:15 am - 8:30 amBUD-IST
2h 15mnonstop
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4:45 am - 10:50 pmIST-BUD
19h 05m1 stop
Thu, Jun 19 - Mon, Jun 23
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3:15 pm - 3:30 amBUD-IST
11h 15m1 stop
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4:30 am - 2:40 pmIST-BUD
11h 10m1 stop
$205Air Serbia
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Thu, May 15 - Thu, May 22
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3:15 pm - 3:30 amBUD-IST
11h 15m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 2:40 pmIST-BUD
23h 05m1 stop
$206Air Serbia
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Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 24
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3:05 pm - 2:20 amBUD-IST
10h 15m1 stop
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10:40 am - 2:15 pmIST-BUD
4h 35m1 stop
$246Aegean Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 5:10 pmBUD-IST
2h 15mnonstop
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11:55 am - 1:00 pmIST-BUD
2h 05mnonstop
$277Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 8
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8:55 am - 12:15 pmBUD-IST
2h 20mnonstop
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11:55 am - 1:00 pmIST-BUD
2h 05mnonstop
$282Turkish Airlines
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WIZZ Air offers a basic fare with a 16in x 12in x 8in carry-on included.


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Turkish Airlines offers free Wi-Fi for messaging with Miles & Smiles membership.


Enjoy extensive meal service and lounge access in Turkish Airlines business class.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Budapest to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Budapest to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Budapest to Istanbul Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Istanbul Airport back to Budapest, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport is February, where tickets cost $100 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $187 and $178 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $519, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
High seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$46
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Budapest to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Budapest to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Budapest to Istanbul Airport flights

  • What cities are served by Istanbul Airport?

    IST Airport serves several cities, including Faith, Beyoğlu, and Üsküdar. You can get to these cities from IST airport using public transport. You can use Jayride Shuttles or taxis available on demand to Fatih. Furthermore, you can use a taxi or Jayride Shutte, available on request to Beyoğlu. You can also use a taxi or Jayride Shuttle available on demand to Üsküdar.

  • What are some layover cities for flights from Budapest to Istanbul?

    Several flights have en route layovers from BUD to IST. Some of the common layover cities include Frankfurt (FRA) by Lufthansa, Belgrade (BEG) by Air Serbia, Berlin (BER) by Ryanair and Pegasus, Warsaw (WAW) by LOT, Nurnberg (NUE) by Ryanair and Turkish, Bergamo (BGY) by Ryanair and Pegasus, Vienna (VIE) by Austrian and Pegasus, and London (STN) by Ryanair and Pegasus.

  • Can a minor fly unaccompanied from Budapest to Istanbul?

    Lufthansa Airlines allows children aged 5 to 11 to travel from BUD to IST alone for a fee. You must check in with your minor at least 2 hours before departure. You must provide the minor's documents, such as a passport and birth certificate, to prove the minor's age. As the unaccompanied child's escort, you must provide documents such as your valid photo ID, contact phone number, and the receiving adult's details such as name, photo, address, and contact phone number.

  • Which airlines offer accessible services from Budapest to Istanbul?

    People with special needs can access accessible services from BUD to IST if they fly with Air Serbia. The airline offers wheelchair assistance and mobility equipment such as onboard wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and portable oxygen concentrators to those with reduced mobility. They provide alternative access to information for the low-vision and hard-of-hearing passengers by offering them large-print materials, closed captioning for videos, or braille. You must notify the airline at least 48 hours before departure.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport was $46 for a one-way ticket and $91 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Budapest and Istanbul Airport?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    Budapest and Istanbul Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Budapest from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl and will be arriving at Istanbul.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Budapest to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Budapest to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Budapest and Istanbul Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Budapest to Istanbul, Turkish Airlines or Wizz Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Budapest to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air. With an average price for the route of $238 and an overall rating of 7.3, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Wizz Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $129 and an overall rating of 6.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Budapest is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Budapest with another airline. Booking your flights between Budapest and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Budapest up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $81 or less one-way and $483 or less round-trip.
  • LOT Airlines offers special meals designed to meet their passengers' specific dietary requirements and preferences traveling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can access kid-friendly, vegan, vegetarian, diabetic, gluten-free, and lactose-free meals.
  • You can bring a carry-on bag and a personal item when flying from BUD to Ist with Air Serbia. The maximum dimensions allowed are 22 x 15 x 8 inches for your carry-on bag with a weight limit of 18 lb and 17 x 10 x 9 inches for your personal item.
  • Lufthansa Airlines allows you to travel alongside your pet from BUD to IST for a fee. Your pet must be enclosed in a small transport container with a combined weight limit of 17 lb that can fit under the seat. The pet carrier must be comfortable enough for your pet with a maximum allowed dimensions of 22 x 16 x 9 inches.
  • You can experience convenience with your child from BUD to IST if you consider flying with Wizz Air. The airline offers family-friendly services, including priority boarding, free child baggage allowance, and changing tables in their lavatories.
  • You can enjoy a premium travel experience if you consider flying Business- or First-class with Air Serbia from BUD to IST. These passengers enjoy luxury services and amenities, including spacious seats, priority check-ins and pre-boarding, enhanced dining options, and increased baggage allowance.

Prefer to fly direct from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

Find which airlines fly direct from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul

Monday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Tuesday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Wednesday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Thursday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Friday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Saturday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Sunday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Monday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Tuesday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Wednesday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Thursday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Friday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Saturday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

Sunday

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, Singapore Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Royal Jordanian, +4 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Budapest to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Budapest to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3790 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.3Boarding
7.3Food
7.7Crew
7.4Entertainment
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The flight attendants were great! The seating for business class is better on other airlines. The food was also good!

8.0 ExcellentLori, Apr 2025YVR - IST
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The flight attendants were great! The seating for business class is better on other airlines. The food was also good!

Great food, great entertainment and very helpful, caring & attentive staff.

Flight Singapore - Istanbul was perfect. Flight Istanbul - Sao Paolo - Buenos Aires was really good but there was a big delay in Sao Paolo (Brazil) due to a problem with the ground staff and not related to Turkish Airline. Overall a very good and solid experience

The segment bkk ist was ok. The segment ist to yul the boarding was chaotic with 5 control before get in the plain, in addition to normal control by scanner and metal detector during transfert

The in flight entertainment was very good but unfortunately I feel they could have been more attentive to the customer. This is saw on all my Turkish airlines flights , besides dinner service you never really saw the attendants.

The flight was great. From the first to the last step, the staff was very helpful and understanding. I also always enjoy Turkish Airlines food because it’s flavorful, fresh (like salads and very delicious bread ) and has special things like olives, dates… I loved that bean salad and apricot pie. I also enjoyed the movies. Thank you!

Ordered Vegan meal - it was ok, but not exceptional. Seat ok row 39 middle section aisle. Nearly full flight - crew was busy but they did the best they could. There was a USB A port at the seat. I listened to my own music and only looked at flight information. One nice thing was the connection information was made available in the screen.

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

Very nice and friendly crew. Boarding system can be improved.

The Etickets had been changed (Why?) without notice ; Hence, that caused troubles when checking in. Not until I contacted my ticket agent and was given correct Etickets could I then check in.

Brand new aircraft Airbus 321neo, good seats although no recline (so no arguments with other passengers). Orderly boarding using front and rear aircraft doors for efficiency. Departed on time and artived 25min early. During check in, ground staff are very strict about permitted baggage and carry-on weight and size - you're only allowed what you paid for. Onboard food and beverage prices are a bit high but similar to airport coffee shops.

Boarding was fine, crew professional but not very friendly. Seats are very tight & uncomfortable. 1h delay due to crew change and mechanical issues - no communication whats going on.

Crews are great, chill, good snack sets on offer, I didn't feel they play any annoying budget airline games. I will probably fly with Wizz every chance I get it

If you don't want to pay a lot at check in desk, you need to use online check in tool, but you still need to go to check in desk to have it printed out. Then what's the meaning of "online check in"? Extra security check, as if 9/11 just happened!

After adding baggage costs, and considering the necessity to re-checkin at each stop, and the €50 I was tricked out of for the ridiculous 3 hour min check in, I’ll never fly this very hungry Hungarian airline again!

This airline is routinely voted the worse airline in Europe for good reason. If you have an option, just avoid them.

Everything was great until it came time to pick up our luggage. We arrived in orly airport terminal 1, our luggage arrived in terminal 2. No signs to tell us, we waited for almost an hour before someone figured it out.

All in all is not bad, but the boarding by walking outside in the airport airplanes area in the wind and rain to go up the stairs to board the plane that’s too much inconvenient. Hopefully that will change and we use the normal gates at the airport to board the plane! Thank you!

The plane was 5 1/2 hours late. Scheduled for 19.50 take off - Actual take off 01.30am

The flight was delayed again. I had a bad experience with Wizz Air, and I don't want to travel with them again.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

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