How to get from Istanbul to Budapest
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Budapest. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h by flight with no transfer. The two cities are about 1018 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
Istanbul to Budapest: cheapest or fastest?
| Price | Duration | Transfers | Transport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended | $43 | 2h | direct | flight |
| Cheapest found | $40 | 2h | direct | flight |
| Fastest found | $121 | 1h 55m | direct | flight |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
The journey, step by step
- 1flightIstanbul → Budapest
Wizz Air
How the trip from Istanbul to Budapest works
Start with a Wizz Air flight from Istanbul to Budapest, about 2h. In total it's roughly EUR 38 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
Who runs Istanbul to Budapest
The Istanbul to Budapest route is operated by Wizz Air. You book directly with them; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Budapest prices by travel date
The cheapest price we found for each upcoming date we checked.
Istanbul to Budapest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Budapest?
The most useful route takes about 2h by flight, with no transfer.
How far is Budapest from Istanbul?
About 1018 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Budapest cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €35 to €38. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Budapest?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Budapest?
Counting the whole door-to-door trip we measured about 2h.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Budapest?
Istanbul is IST and Budapest is BUD, so this route is usually written IST to BUD.
Which operators run Istanbul to Budapest?
This route is run by Wizz Air. You book directly with them.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Budapest?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or a trusted partner. We never add a booking fee, so the price you see is the price you pay there.
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