How to travel from Istanbul to Budapest

There are 2 options to travel between Istanbul and Budapest including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Istanbul to Budapest is a bus with an average price of $99 (€80).

This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Budapest:

A bus is $34 (€27) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Budapest costing on average $132 (€108).

The fastest way to travel from Istanbul to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 23h 58m.

The distance from Istanbul to Budapest is approximately 663 miles (1067 km).

The average frequency per day from Istanbul to Budapest is:

• Around 44 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Istanbul and Budapest as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Istanbul to Budapest:

• Flights mostly depart from Istanbul Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Istanbul to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Luks Yonca, Kamil Koc to go to Budapest by bus.
• Travel with Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, AJet, Air Serbia, Aegean Airlines, tarom, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Budapest by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Istanbul to Budapest:

• 5 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus.

Omio customers who travel from Istanbul to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Budapest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Budapest, you can relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of landmarks, visit the House of Terror Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss sights like Buda Castle, the Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square for their stunning architecture and historical significance.

Three to four days are generally recommended to explore Budapest’s main attractions, including the historic Buda Castle, thermal baths, and vibrant ruin bars.