Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport.
Budapest is two hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from seven weekly Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport flights. The 09:20 departure with Pegasus is the earliest flight you can take. Pegasus operates the latest service of the day at 16:10.
Your SAW to BUD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Budapest — and maybe even more of Hungary if you have time.
Pegasus Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating SAW to BUD flights, Pegasus Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SAW and BUD include:
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Budapest Airport (BUD)
Currently, R 1,047 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,235. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAW to BUD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Landing cheap flights from SAW to BUD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
68% of flights taking off from Istanbul Sabiha Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Istanbul Sabiha Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SAW? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)
Book a hotel close to BUD if you're on a late Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Budapest Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Klass Wagen, Dryyve or Green Motion and experience more of Budapest and beyond.
Booking your ride from Budapest Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest
Budapest Airport to central Budapest has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Budapest based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Budapest Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SAW to BUD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Hungary
You've visited Budapest, now it's time to discover other corners of Hungary. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Debrecen to tick off its leading sights. From Hortobágy National Park to Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Miskolc is another standout destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without dropping by Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.



