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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Budapest, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Istanbul to Budapest (IST-BUD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Budapest that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Budapest

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Istanbul to Budapest.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.
Thai Airways Logo
IST-BUD
2h 00mdirect
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BUD-IST
2h 20mdirect
Thai Airways
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Turkish Airlines Logo
IST-BUD
2h 00mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
BUD-IST
2h 20mdirect
Turkish Airlines
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Royal Jordanian Logo
IST-BUD
2h 05mdirect
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BUD-IST
2h 20mdirect
Royal Jordanian
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Singapore Airlines Logo
IST-BUD
2h 05mdirect
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BUD-IST
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Singapore Airlines
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IST-BUD
2h 00mdirect
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BUD-IST
2h 20mdirect
IndiGo
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IST-BUD
2h 05mdirect
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BUD-IST
2h 15mdirect
Wizz Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Budapest flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Budapest 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 Istanbul to Budapest?

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Istanbul to Budapest, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Budapest, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Budapest, 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 Istanbul Airport to Budapest is January, where tickets cost C$ 116 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 220 and C$ 203 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Budapest, 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 Istanbul Airport to Budapest, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonAugust
High seasonNovember
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 45% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.

When to book flights from Istanbul to Budapest

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Budapest 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 Istanbul to Budapest flights

  • What services does LOT Airlines offer for passengers in business class on flights from Istanbul to Budapest?

    LOT Airlines offers a range of services and amenities to its passengers traveling in business class on flights from Istanbul to Budapest. Business class passengers have access to a dedicated check-in counter and priority boarding and passengers are offered a choice of meals from the airline's menu, which includes a range of Polish and international dishes. Passengers can also choose from a selection of fine wines and drinks.

  • What seat selection options are available on Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul to Budapest?

    Turkish Airlines provides free standard seat selection to all passengers during online check-in for flights from Istanbul to Budapest. Passengers can also select their preferred seats in advance by paying an additional fee. Turkish Airlines also offers extra legroom seats and passengers can pick these seats by paying an additional fee. These seats are usually located near the emergency exits.

  • What services does Pegasus Airlines offer for people with reduced mobility on flights from Istanbul to Budapest?

    Pegasus Airlines offers wheelchair assistance throughout the airport, including check-in, security, and boarding. Passengers who require wheelchair assistance for flights from Istanbul to Budapest should inform the airline at the time of booking or at least 48 hours prior to travel.

  • Can I cancel my booking for flights from Istanbul to Budapest with TAROM?

    TAROM allows passengers to cancel their bookings on flights from Istanbul to Budapest. However, it is important to note that cancellation fees may apply depending on the fare rules of the ticket purchased. The amount of the refund, if any, will depend on the type of ticket purchased and the fare rules that apply to that ticket.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Budapest?

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

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

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

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

    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 Istanbul to Budapest.

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

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

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

    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 Budapest with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline.

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

    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 Budapest from Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport to Budapest

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 83 or less one-way.
  • Pet owners traveling from Istanbul (IST) to Budapest (BUD) can consider booking a flight with AnadoluJet. The airline allows small cats, dogs, and birds to travel in the cabin of the aircraft with their owners. It is important to reserve space for your pet in advance, as AnadoluJet limits the number of pets allowed on each flight.
  • Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is located about 10 miles southeast of Budapest. The airport also serves several nearby cities and towns including Vecsés, Gyál, Monor, Dunaharaszti, Szentendre, and Gödöllő.
  • Wizz Air offers flights from Istanbul to Budapest and has young fleets with an average age of 5 years, and aims to continue investing in new technologies and fuel-efficient planes. The airline has also partnered with several organizations to support the development of SAF, which has the potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions from aviation.
  • Connecting flights from Istanbul to Budapest typically have layovers in different cities depending on the airline you choose. Some of these layovers include Belgrade (BEG), Bucharest (OTP), Bari (BRI), Warsaw (WAW), Bergamo (BEY), and Frankfurt (FRA).
  • Air Serbia gives families with children priority for seat selection on flights from Istanbul to Budapest to ensure that they can sit together. The airline also provides a dedicated entertainment system with a wide selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games to keep children entertained onboard.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Budapest?

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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Top airline flying from Istanbul to Budapest

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Budapest. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Budapest? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.8
Wizz AirOverall score based on 1051 reviews
6.7Boarding
5.9Food
6.7Comfort
5.6Entertainment
7.5Crew
Airline reviews

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.

8.0 ExcellentNach, Apr 2025WAW - TLV
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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.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Istanbul to Budapest

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Budapest (BUD)
Istanbul (IST)

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