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Flights from Bilbao to Istanbul

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Cheapest time to fly from Bilbao to Istanbul

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Last checked on Sun 08/11
Distance: 1,633 mi
Bilbao airports
Bilbao Airport (BIO)How far from city centre: 3 mi
Istanbul airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)How far from city centre: 19 mi
Istanbul Airport (IST)How far from city centre: 21 mi

Book your Bilbao to Istanbul flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Bilbao to Istanbul (Turkey) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

The cheapest fare booked on this route in recent days was £91, although the price you're shown will vary with your travel dates and departure times.

Flying non-stop from Bilbao to Istanbul takes roughly 5 h and 25 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Bilbao–Istanbul route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

  • Departure airport: Bilbao Airport (BIO)
  • Arrival airport: Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)

Tips for cheaper flights from Bilbao to Istanbul

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Bilbao to Istanbul:

  • Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
  • Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Istanbul. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Bilbao to Istanbul

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Bilbao to Istanbul?
When you fly from Bilbao to Istanbul the average price is £216. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Bilbao to Istanbul at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Bilbao to Istanbul is 91 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
When is the best time to book a flight from Bilbao to Istanbul?
The most popular months to book a flight from Bilbao to Istanbul are May, September and October, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Bilbao to Istanbul?
The best time of the year to go to Istanbul when flying from Bilbao depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, February is the top 1º month to fly to Istanbul from Bilbao in terms of searches from our customer, followed by March and January. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, June, October and July are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Bilbao - Istanbul.
How long does the flight take to go from Bilbao to Istanbul?
The total flight time between Bilbao and Istanbul is of around 7 h and 30 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,632.56 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
Which airports have flights between Bilbao and Istanbul?
The main airport route flying between Bilbao and Istanbul is: Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport(SAW). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

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