Cheap Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Istanbul (IST)

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Cheap Flights from Budapest (BUD) to Istanbul (IST)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Serbia
Air Serbia
Air Serbia
Air Serbia
AJET
Air Serbia
AJET
Lufthansa
Pegasus Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Flight from Budapest to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
Ferenc Liszt Intl.
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air France, Air Serbia, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Tarom-Romanian Air Transport, Turkish Airlines
Return price
AU$359
Distance
1011 km

Your quick guide to flights from Budapest to Istanbul

Pick up great flights from Budapest to Istanbul

With Expedia, you have your pick of 12 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Budapest to Istanbul. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Budapest to Istanbul that take around 2 hours.

Find cheap flights from Budapest to Istanbul

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$360 to AU$415, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Budapest to Istanbul around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Istanbul is normally in May.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from BUD to IST?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price quoted for a round-trip flight from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Airport was AU$360. Cheap fares don’t hang around forever, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to IST?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, visit our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
Can I fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul Airport right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from BUD to Istanbul Airport please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to IST?
A flight distance of just 1 000 kilometres separates Vecsés and Arnavutkoy. Once you’re up in the skies, you won’t get a chance to do much more than browse the magazine in your seat-back pocket.
Which airlines fly direct from BUD to IST?
You won’t find any airlines flying directly between Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) and IST, so be ready to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover can be a nice way to break up a trip!
Are BUD to Istanbul Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) to IST can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a bargain, but then again, you could miss out altogether! If you’d rather play it safe and start your trip planning early, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just remember that not all airlines advertise their prices so far in advance. Our advice? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

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