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Flight deals from Bilbao to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$331. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.C$89 per passenger.Departing Sat., Nov. 7.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Sat., Nov. 7, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$89, select.
Istanbul.C$99 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jan. 11.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Mon., Jan. 11, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$99, select.
Istanbul.C$104 per passenger.Departing Fri., Mar. 5.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Bilbao on Fri., Mar. 5, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$104, select.
Istanbul.C$104 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 6.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Sat., Feb. 6, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$104, select.
Istanbul.C$107 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 1.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Bilbao on Tue., Dec. 1, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$107, select.
Istanbul.C$113 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 13.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Bilbao on Tue., Oct. 13, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$113, select.
Istanbul.C$115 per passenger.Departing Wed., Sep. 2.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Bilbao on Wed., Sep. 2, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$115, select.
Istanbul.C$117 per passenger.Departing Fri., Aug. 28.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Bilbao on Fri., Aug. 28, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$117, select.
Istanbul.C$151 per passenger.Departing Fri., Apr. 9.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Bilbao on Fri., Apr. 9, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$151, select.
Istanbul.C$203 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jul. 21.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Bilbao on Tue., Jul. 21, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$203, select.
Istanbul.C$212 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 24.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Bilbao on Mon., May 24, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$212, select.
Istanbul.C$241 per passenger.Departing Sun., Nov. 15.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Bilbao on Sun., Nov. 15, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$241, select.
Istanbul.C$308 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 1.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Bilbao on Tue., Dec. 1, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$308, select.
Istanbul.C$312 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jan. 8.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Bilbao on Fri., Jan. 8, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$312, select.
Istanbul.C$313 per passenger.Departing Tue., Mar. 2.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Bilbao on Tue., Mar. 2, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$313, select.
Istanbul.C$313 per passenger.Departing Fri., Feb. 5.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Bilbao on Fri., Feb. 5, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$313, 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.
Jul.
from C$203
Aug.
from C$117
Sep.
from C$115
Oct.
from C$113
Nov.
from C$89
Dec.
from C$107
Jan.
from C$99
Feb.
from C$104
Mar.
from C$104
Apr.
from C$151
May
from C$212
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Which airlines fly from Bilbao to Istanbul?

Bilbao to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Bilbao to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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34km from central Istanbul
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from C$89
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Bilbao to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$89
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Bilbao to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Bilbao to Istanbul is C$199. 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 July 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from Bilbao to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to Istanbul is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, November 6, 2026.
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.

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

Traveling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • 4 hours 5 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Bilbao and operates on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Flights from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport start from 07:50 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 18:30 service with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from 10 weekly services from BIO to IST.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Choose from the direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this airline.

  • To break up your flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the BIO - IST route are:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Stuttgart Airport

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BIO to IST.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is C$89. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$199. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap flight tickets from BIO to IST, book your journey 6 months ahead of your departure date.

  • February is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from BIO to IST every day.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • Traveling from central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport takes around 29 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near BIO. Whether you have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the center of Istanbul is around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.

  • Book your flight from Bilbao Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

More about Istanbul

  • As soon as you've locked in your flights from BIO to IST, you'll need to find a hotel in Istanbul. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.

  • There's more than one way to get to Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another great choice. Consider the range of flights offered at this international airport.

Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Istanbul stay.

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