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Cheap flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport from £40

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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUD — IST
3 Feb — 10 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 4 January 2026.

Sat 28/205:15BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Sat 7/310:10IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 2/1£74
Fri 16/105:15BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Fri 30/110:10IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 1/1£76
Wed 18/205:15BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Wed 25/210:10IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 4/1£77
Mon 26/105:15BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Fri 30/110:10IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 4/1£80
Wed 3/605:30BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Thu 18/609:25IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 4/1£88
Mon 12/105:15BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Thu 15/110:10IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 3/1£93
Thu 7/505:30BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Thu 21/509:25IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 4/1£105
Thu 21/505:30BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Thu 28/509:25IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 1/1£119
Thu 3/905:30BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Tue 8/909:25IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 2/1£122
Sat 25/705:30BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Wed 29/709:25IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 2/1£123
Sat 5/905:30BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mWizz Air
Mon 7/909:25IST - BUD
Nonstop2h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 2/1£123
Fri 4/905:30BUD - IST
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/904:30IST - BUD
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1£132

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 4 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£74

One-way from

£40

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£88

Good round-trip deal

£478 or less

Good one-way deal

£77 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 28/2-7/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Budapest to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 11/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Budapest to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£6 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul.
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Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Budapest

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Mon 2/2

05:15-09:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

10:10-10:15

Nonstop2h 05m

£77

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 21/5

05:30-08:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 28/5

09:25-10:25

Nonstop2h 00m

£119

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 19/2

15:15-15:55

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 11/3

16:40-14:45

1 stop24h 05m

£148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 20/2

15:20-04:25

1 stop11h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 10/3

05:20-14:45

1 stop11h 25m

£148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/2

15:15-04:10

1 stop10h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 16/3

16:40-14:45

1 stop24h 05m

£148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Wed 18/2

15:15-04:10

1 stop10h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 11/3

16:40-10:55

1 stop20h 15m

£148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 17/2

15:15-15:55

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 11/3

16:40-10:55

1 stop20h 15m

£148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Tue 17/2

15:15-15:55

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 13/3

16:40-14:45

1 stop24h 05m

£148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Thu 19/2

15:15-04:10

1 stop10h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 12/3

05:20-10:55

1 stop7h 35m

£148

BudapestIstanbul

BUD - IST

BUDIST

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

Fri 20/2

21:55-04:25

1 stop4h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 13/3

05:20-14:45

1 stop11h 25m

£148

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Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul

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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 return flight from Budapest to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 72 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 Budapest to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport (average of £53). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £81). 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 4 January 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 85% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Budapest to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2025.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight 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 4 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Wizz Air from Budapest to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,074 reviews
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Overall

6.8

Food

5.9

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

5.6

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anna,Oct 2025

LTN - GDN

Wizz Air deliberately overbooked our flight (which they are apparently allowed to do). We were put on standby and in the meantime, the alternative flight the following morning that we’d been assured that we could fly on sold out. There were no alternative flights and the compensation is insufficient to buy last minute flights with a different airline (which they won’t cover). Very frustrating experience.
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,074 reviews
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,074 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.8

Food

5.9

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

5.6

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anna,Oct 2025

LTN - GDN

Wizz Air deliberately overbooked our flight (which they are apparently allowed to do). We were put on standby and in the meantime, the alternative flight the following morning that we’d been assured that we could fly on sold out. There were no alternative flights and the compensation is insufficient to buy last minute flights with a different airline (which they won’t cover). Very frustrating experience.

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. 1 airline 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 13 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

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

    Wizz Air and Air Serbia can get you from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in just under 2h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 25m. Budapest and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 632 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Wizz Air is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £57. Users have found that Wizz Air is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Budapest, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Wizz Air (93%), Singapore Airlines (88%), Turkish Airlines( 85%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £534 for a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £50 while the most popular route, (Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at £354.

  • 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 holiday 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 £53). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £81). 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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