Istanbul vs Izmir — which is cheaper?
Comparing the cheapest return fares available now, Istanbul is 27,681 HUF cheaper than Izmir.
Fares apply to the dates shown. Dates and trip types may differ between the two offers.
Cheapest round trip by month
The cheapest round-trip fare from Budapest to Istanbul and Izmir in each of the coming months, based on currently cached prices.
| Month | Istanbul | Izmir |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | 41,026 HUF — cheaper this month | 55,556 HUF |
| December 2026 | 32,048 HUF | no data |
| January 2027 | 29,480 HUF | no data |
| February 2027 | 29,385 HUF | no data |
| March 2027 | 30,012 HUF | no data |
| April 2027 | 40,526 HUF | no data |
Istanbul is cheaper in all 1 comparable months.
The biggest gap is in November 2026: Istanbul 41,026 HUF vs Izmir 55,556 HUF — a difference of 14,530 HUF.
Cheapest month per destination: Istanbul — February 2027 (29,385 HUF), Izmir — November 2026 (55,556 HUF).
How do these two destinations differ?
- Distance from Budapest
- Istanbul: approx. 1,070 km · Izmir: approx. 1,204 km
- Currently available dates
- Istanbul: 2290 · Izmir: 6
Frequently asked questions
How much cheaper is Istanbul than Izmir?
Istanbul flights are currently about 27,681 HUF cheaper than Izmir from Budapest (28,099 HUF vs. 55,780 HUF).
Which has more available dates: Istanbul or Izmir?
Istanbul currently offers more available dates from Budapest (2290) than Izmir (6).