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September 16 - September 21

Cheapest

Earliest

IST - Budapest

$132

$90

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November 17 - November 22

IST - Budapest

$128

$92

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November 17 - November 21

IST - Budapest

$129

$93

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November 26 - November 28

IST - Budapest

$133

$93

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October 16 - October 31

IST - Budapest

$153

$94

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September 17 - September 19

IST - Budapest

$134

$95

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September 17 - September 21

IST - Budapest

$134

$95

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September 16 - September 19

Earliest

IST - Budapest

$134

$95

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October 3 - October 17

IST - Budapest

$147

$95

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October 9 - October 10

Best

IST - Budapest

$171

$95

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Budapest

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Istanbul to Budapest, the fares right now skew significantly higher than usual. Prices for this route typically range from $95–$224, with a median of $147. Currently, fares are above the typical level, and only 14% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Budapest? The most affordable month to fly is June, with a median fare of $120. Other cost-effective options include November, with a median of $135, and March, where the median fare is $137. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Regarding direct flights from Istanbul to Budapest, a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest typically involve one connection. Specifically, 53.6% of recent fares were for non-stop itineraries, providing a balance between direct and connecting options for travelers.

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Budapest? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 4h 15m. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with a single stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route. The distance between Istanbul and Budapest is 1018 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Budapest

Regular price: $102 - $276

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Budapest are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Budapest is between 102 USD and 276 USD. The current lowest deal is 90 USD with Wizz Air, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 21.

now $90

Low $102

High $276

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Budapest

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Budapest is June, with a median price of 120 USD. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of 253 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $120

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $253

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Budapest

Wizz Air

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Budapest

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Budapest

Istanbul (SAW) - Budapest (BUD)

Valuair

$289

$167

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Budapest

Istanbul (IST) - Budapest (BUD)

Wizz Air

$212

$121

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Budapest

Istanbul (IST) - Budapest (BUD)

Wizz Air

$205

$127

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Budapest

Istanbul (SAW) - Budapest (BUD)

Valuair

$251

$159

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Budapest

Istanbul (IST) - Budapest (BUD)

Wizz Air

$132

$90

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Budapest

Istanbul (IST) - Budapest (BUD)

Wizz Air

$134

$95

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Budapest

1 night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

$289 → $167

42%

1 night

Jun 26 - Jun 27

$251 → $159

37%

3 nights

Jun 23 - Jun 26

$212 → $121

43%

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

$174 → $96

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Budapest

Istanbul - Budapest route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Budapest are below the typical level, with deals around $90.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Budapest, with a median price of $120.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 15m

The median flight duration for this route is 4 hours 15 minutes, with 53.6% direct flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Budapest are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Wizz Air offers direct flights

Wizz Air is one airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Budapest.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 14% of the time

Historically, good prices for this route are available 14% of the time over a 90-day window.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport offers the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Budapest, providing good value for your trip.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International is another option for flights from Istanbul to Budapest.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$147

Budapest main airports to arrive at

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD)

Cheapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Budapest.

📍 ~16 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Airports nearby Budapest used as alternative

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Consider Vienna International for its extensive route network and excellent rail and bus connections to Budapest.

📍 ~210 km from Budapest (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Bratislava Airport (BTS)

Bratislava Airport is a close international option with simple road access and a manageable terminal.

📍 ~165 km from Budapest (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$161

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)

John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice offers a large selection of low-cost carrier routes.

📍 ~290 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Zagreb (ZAG)

Zagreb provides a capital city airport with full-service carrier presence and direct highway connection.

📍 ~290 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Košice International (KSC)

Košice International offers relatively close proximity and good regional connectivity for Eastern Europe.

📍 ~215 km from Budapest (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$249

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Budapest

Budapest, Hungary

38% AI deal score

$1,151

From IST

Elite

Jun 24

Budapest, Hungary

38% AI deal score

$1,687

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Budapest

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Istanbul to Budapest has been 28-59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period typically average around $151. Booking 7-13 days in advance sees an average price of $193, while booking 0-6 days out results in an average price of $203. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $239.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Budapest is considered to be $95 or less. The median price for this route has been $147. Prices can go up to $224 or more for the upper quartile of fares. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Budapest, with a median price of $120. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $135. The annual median price for this route is $147. March, while also listed among cheaper months with a median of $137, was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days.

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