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Flight deals from Bologna International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $211. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$211 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and TAROM.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bologna International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with TAROM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.

Istanbul.$236 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb, returning Sun, 21 Feb.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Istanbul.$236 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Istanbul.$236 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Istanbul.$236 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Sun, 14 Mar.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr, returning Mon, 5 Apr.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Fri, 19 Mar.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Istanbul.$237 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Bologna International on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Bologna International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bologna International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bologna International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Bologna International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Bologna to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$211
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	55

Finding cheap flights from Bologna International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Bologna International to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Bologna International to Istanbul is $211. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Bologna International to Istanbul?

2 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Bologna International to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Bologna International to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, PIA and Thai Airways fly direct from Bologna International to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Bologna International to Istanbul?

As of September 2026, there are 55 flights per week flying from Bologna International to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bologna International to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Bologna International to Istanbul is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 13 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 39 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Wizz Air Malta and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Bologna.
Every week, there are 21 Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, opt for the 10:40 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:55 with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BLQ to IST flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BLQ and IST:
- Athens International Airport
- Bucharest Otopeni Airport
- Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is $100. A round-trip ticket right now is $211. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BLQ to IST.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from BLQ to IST couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Handy information about Bologna International Airport (BLQ)

81% of flights leaving Bologna International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from BLQ.
Bologna International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Bologna. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BLQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

From Istanbul Airport, Istanbul is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

August is the most popular month for flights from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Istanbul in March.
Book your flight from Bologna International Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BLQ to IST sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, your itinerary will be busy.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.