Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Budapest.
Each week, there are seven Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, pick the 10:20 Pegasus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:10 with Pegasus.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BUD to SAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Pegasus Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport offered by this popular airline.
Pegasus Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for BUD to SAW flights is Pegasus Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BUD and SAW:
Vienna Airport
Izmir Airport
Sofia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
At the moment, 62 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 129 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BUD to SAW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
Budapest Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BUD arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
To reach Budapest Airport from central Budapest, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near BUD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Explore without limits with a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Sabiha Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Istanbul in March.
When booking your flight from Budapest Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUD to SAW sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its popular sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
