Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 56 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located in Budapest. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Budapest.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with 90 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from BUD to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 20:45. Choose the first departure operated by Wizz Air at 06:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from BUD to Istanbul. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
You can book a direct flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul. Begin your trip at BUD and touch down at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BUD to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Podgorica Airport (TGD)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
You can visit Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Hungary. But before booking your cheap tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Budapest, BUD can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near BUD. Whether you have an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul is R 858. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,695. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from BUD to Istanbul by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 57 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from BUD to Istanbul, kick back at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from BUD to Istanbul sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Istanbul:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Istanbul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
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