Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul are usually found in March or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Monday
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Budapest (BUD) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
Popular in
December
Cheapest in
March
Average price
C$ 172
Good round-trip deal
C$ 1,204 or less
Good one-way deal
C$ 249 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Best time to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Budapest to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.
The best time to book flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 107). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 154). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUD to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Budapest to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 85% on flights from Budapest to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
Weekly flight availability from Budapest to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Budapest to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
The most flights from BUD to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How often are flights from Budapest to Istanbul delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Budapest and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Budapest to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Budapest to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, Turkish Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 12 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Wizz Air from Budapest to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Dear Wizz Air Customer Service Team, I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction and outrage regarding my recent flight from Sofia to Valencia, which turned into one of the worst travel experiences I have ever had – even by low-cost airline standards. I would like to clearly state that I have never experienced such poor organization, unprofessional behavior, and lack of respect toward passengers as on this flight. Here are the facts: 1. I paid for Priority Boarding, yet despite this, passengers were kept for nearly one hour inside a bus, standing still on the way to the aircraft, without any explanation or assistance. This makes the paid “priority” service completely meaningless. 2. The flight was then delayed by more than TWO HOURS, which directly caused me to miss my connecting flight from Valencia to Lisbon, resulting in additional stress, financial loss, and disruption of my travel plans. 3. The explanation given by the cabin crew – that the delay was due to the absence of a second pilot – is absolutely unacceptable. Crew and pilot availability is entirely the airline’s responsibility, and passengers should not pay the price for such internal mismanagement. 4. The behavior of the ground staff was shocking. One of the female staff members responsible for boarding was chewing gum continuously, speaking rudely, and treating passengers with visible disrespect. Her attitude toward passengers was arrogant and unprofessional, creating tension and discomfort from the very beginning of the boarding process. 5. Overall, the attitude of the staff, both on the ground and in the air, showed a complete lack of empathy, responsibility, and customer care. I want to make it very clear: - This experience has completely destroyed my trust in Wizz Air. - I will never fly with Wizz Air again. - I will also strongly discourage colleagues and contacts from using your services. I expect a formal explanation, acknowledgment of responsibility, and information on what compensation or corrective measures will be taken in response to this unacceptable situation. Passengers may accept low prices, but no passenger should ever be treated with such disrespect and negligence. I look forward to your response. Sincerely, Dr. Nadia Borisova
Dear Wizz Air Customer Service Team, I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction and outrage regarding my recent flight from Sofia to Valencia, which turned into one of the worst travel experiences I have ever had – even by low-cost airline standards. I would like to clearly state that I have never experienced such poor organization, unprofessional behavior, and lack of respect toward passengers as on this flight. Here are the facts: 1. I paid for Priority Boarding, yet despite this, passengers were kept for nearly one hour inside a bus, standing still on the way to the aircraft, without any explanation or assistance. This makes the paid “priority” service completely meaningless. 2. The flight was then delayed by more than TWO HOURS, which directly caused me to miss my connecting flight from Valencia to Lisbon, resulting in additional stress, financial loss, and disruption of my travel plans. 3. The explanation given by the cabin crew – that the delay was due to the absence of a second pilot – is absolutely unacceptable. Crew and pilot availability is entirely the airline’s responsibility, and passengers should not pay the price for such internal mismanagement. 4. The behavior of the ground staff was shocking. One of the female staff members responsible for boarding was chewing gum continuously, speaking rudely, and treating passengers with visible disrespect. Her attitude toward passengers was arrogant and unprofessional, creating tension and discomfort from the very beginning of the boarding process. 5. Overall, the attitude of the staff, both on the ground and in the air, showed a complete lack of empathy, responsibility, and customer care. I want to make it very clear: - This experience has completely destroyed my trust in Wizz Air. - I will never fly with Wizz Air again. - I will also strongly discourage colleagues and contacts from using your services. I expect a formal explanation, acknowledgment of responsibility, and information on what compensation or corrective measures will be taken in response to this unacceptable situation. Passengers may accept low prices, but no passenger should ever be treated with such disrespect and negligence. I look forward to your response. Sincerely, Dr. Nadia Borisova
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Budapest to Istanbul?
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Budapest to Istanbul. 1 airline have flights from Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Budapest to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at C$ 108, Wizz Air will fly you from Budapest to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Wizz Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Wizz Air is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Budapest to Istanbul Airport on time: Wizz Air (81%), Singapore Airlines (80%), Thai Airways (72%).
Can I find deals for flights from Budapest to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Budapest to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Budapest to Istanbul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Budapest to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Budapest to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Budapest to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Budapest to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 107). Flying from Budapest to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 154). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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