Cheap Flights from Budapest to Istanbul — $37

The Budapest — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 8 in total, including Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, Valuair, Pegasus Airlines, East African Safari Air, LC Busre SAC, Ryanair, and Air Serbia. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $37. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD) is Hungary’s main international gateway and typically serves full-service carriers alongside a growing number of low-cost airlines. Located about 16 km southeast of the city center, transfer times to downtown are usually 25–40 minutes by taxi or ride-share, with fares commonly in the mid-range for European airport transfers; public transport via bus and metro can take 35–50 minutes with low ticket costs. The airport offers modern facilities and convenient onward connections, making it a practical choice for international travelers, while budget-conscious flyers may find more competitive fares on LCC routes—expect varying comfort and queue times depending on airline and season.

Fly direct from Budapest to Istanbul for the fastest, most convenient way to reach Turkey’s vibrant cultural hub — no layovers, less hassle and more time to explore. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop flight saves you hours and the stress of transfers, making it ideal for short trips or maximizing your stay.

Istanbul is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city’s primary international hub, handling most long‑haul and full‑service carriers and often serving as a transfer point for global connections; it’s located about 40–50 km northwest of the historic center, with metro and Havaist shuttle bus links typically taking 40–60 minutes depending on traffic and costing in the mid‑single to low‑double digits in local currency. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side tends to host many low‑cost and regional airlines and can be cheaper on point‑to‑point fares; it’s roughly 45–60 minutes from central districts by bus, Havabus, or taxi, with shuttle fares usually lower than mainline alternatives but transfers can be longer in peak times. Pros: IST offers wide connectivity and modern facilities, while SAW can be budget‑friendly and less congested for some routes. Cons: both can be a distance from the old city and journeys may vary widely with rush‑hour traffic.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Budapest to Istanbul is $37 (April 2026), while the maximum is $140 (February 2026). On average, a ticket costs $65–$72.