On this page, you can find and book flights for the Bilbao — Istanbul route. Flights on this 2,634 km journey operate regularly, with approximately 12 flights per week.
The route is served by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and Thai Airways. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price trend chart to find the best deals, and also checking our information on how to get to Bilbao airport and how to get from Istanbul airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Bilbao → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Thai Airways. Departures from Bilbao Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Bilbao — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 312 in J, and the most expensive are around AED 976 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Bilbao → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 335 | low | May | AED 591 | high | Sep | AED 647 | high |
| Feb | AED 331 | low | Jun | AED 671 | high | Oct | AED 424 | medium |
| Mar | AED 442 | medium | Jul | AED 871 | high | Nov | AED 312 | low |
| Apr | AED 550 | medium | Aug | AED 871 | high | Dec | AED 368 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest period in Istanbul is August, with an average maximum temperature of 28.8°C, while the coldest and rainiest month is January, when temperatures drop to 5.1°C and rainfall reaches 82 mm.
The lowest flight price was recorded in January, starting AED 312. Prices peak in May, when fares increase significantly, starting AED 976.
The best time to travel in terms of both price and weather is August, with prices starting AED 322. We recommend avoiding bookings for May if budget savings are your priority.
There are 3 airlines operating on this route, with the main carriers being Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. The total number of flights is approximately 12 per week, including both direct options and flights with layovers. Details regarding the schedule and specific departure days are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Bilbao — Istanbul depart from Bilbao Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,634 km. A direct flight takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, though total travel time may increase depending on any chosen layovers.
Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and Thai Airways.
Flights on this route typically arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), which is Turkey's largest international hub.
Flight prices change constantly. You can check the current lowest fare in the low-price calendar at the top of the page.
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