On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Budapest — Istanbul route. The 1071 km flight takes a little over an hour and a half, with a frequency of about 34 flights per week.
Direct flights are provided by Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, and Pegasus Airlines. Ticket prices depend on the season and how far in advance you book, so we recommend using the price chart and low-fare calendar to find the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Budapest → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, Pegasus Airlines and AJet. Departures from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Budapest — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 148 in J, and the most expensive are around AED 284 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Budapest → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 321 | low | May | AED 431 | high | Sep | AED 416 | high |
| Feb | AED 321 | low | Jun | AED 451 | high | Oct | AED 376 | medium |
| Mar | AED 356 | medium | Jul | AED 471 | high | Nov | AED 301 | low |
| Apr | AED 376 | medium | Aug | AED 471 | high | Dec | AED 396 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Istanbul are most favorable for travel in August, when air temperatures reach 28.8°C and rainfall is minimal. January is considered the coldest and wettest month, with an average daily high of around 9.6°C.
Budget-wise, the most economical month to fly is January, with tickets starting AED 148. Peak prices occur in July, when the minimum fare increases to AED 268.
For a compromise between comfortable weather and price, consider October: the air temperature reaches 20.2°C, and the flight will cost AED 170. It is best to avoid the period from December to February due to the high probability of rain.
There are 11 airlines operating on this route, with the main ones being Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, and Pegasus Airlines. Most flights are direct, providing convenient connections between the cities about 34 times a week. You can view the detailed schedule and choose a suitable departure time in the list below.
Flights Budapest — Istanbul depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time for a distance of 1071 km is about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, Pegasus, and other carriers. A total of about 34 departures per week are available.
Yes, there is a regular direct connection between the cities, including both budget options and full-service flights.
Prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
Russian citizens can visit Turkey visa-free for tourism for up to 60 days.
Most flights from Budapest arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST). Detailed transfer information can be found in the how to get from the airport section.
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