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Cheap Flights from Bilbao (BIO) to Istanbul (ISTA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bilbao to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$180 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $180, select.
Istanbul.$248 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.
Istanbul.$254 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $254, select.
Istanbul.$263 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $263, select.
Istanbul.$268 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.
Istanbul.$275 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $275, select.
Istanbul.$291 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $291, select.
Istanbul.$297 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Sat, 13 Dec.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $297, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bilbao to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from $698
Sep
from $314
Oct
from $268
Nov
from $180
Dec
from $275
Jan
from $248
Feb
from $254
Mar
from $291
Apr
from $352
May
from $352
Jun
from $352
Jul
from $519

Direct flights from Bilbao to Istanbul

Alternative Bilbao to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Bilbao to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Bilbao to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$180
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Bilbao to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Bilbao to Istanbul is $180. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Bilbao to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways fly direct from Bilbao to Istanbul.
As of August 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Bilbao to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to Istanbul is usually November.
If you're flying from Bilbao Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $180.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Vueling Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.

  • Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Bilbao.

  • Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with seven weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from BIO to IST at 12:05 with Turkish Airlines.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BIO to Istanbul flight.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Bilbao Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your trip at BIO and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Check out the offers from Turkish Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from BIO to Istanbul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Travelling from central Bilbao to BIO takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BIO:

  • Bilbao Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that take off from BIO arrive at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Istanbul

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Istanbul flight is $92. The cheapest price for a return flight is $180. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book ten months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BIO to Istanbul.

  • February is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Bilbao Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from BIO to Istanbul is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from BIO to Istanbul can help you secure the lowest rate.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your BIO to Istanbul flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Istanbul in the off-season for a quieter vibe.

  • Lock in a Bilbao Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from BIO to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Bilbao to Istanbul

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