Cheap Flights from Bilbao to Istanbul Starting at $60

More than 4 airlines operate flights from Bilbao to Istanbul, including Pegasus Airlines, Vueling, Air Europa, and Volotea. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $60, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Bilbao Airport (BIO) is the Basque Country’s main international gateway, serving a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost airlines with regular links across Europe and some seasonal routes. Located about 12 km north of the city center, it can be reached in roughly 15–25 minutes by taxi or private transfer, with fares typically in the mid-range for a short airport ride; the Bizkaibus and local bus A3247 provide cheaper public options in about 25–35 minutes. Trains are not directly available from the terminal, so connections usually involve a bus or taxi. Pros: compact, modern terminal and relatively short transfer times; cons: fewer long-haul options and limited late-night public transport compared with larger hubs.

Istanbul Airport (IST) serves as Turkey’s primary international gateway and a major long-haul hub, typically handling most full-service carriers and a growing number of long-distance routes. Located about 35–45 km northwest of the historic city center, it can be reached by taxi or private transfer in roughly 40–60 minutes depending on traffic, or by public bus and metro options that usually take 60–90 minutes with fares generally in the low single-digit euros/TL equivalent. The terminal is modern and geared toward comfort and connecting traffic, though distances between gates and services can be long. Pros: wide choice of international flights and amenities; cons: longer transfer times to central neighborhoods and potential for heavy traffic.

The cost of a one-way flight from Bilbao to Istanbul ranges from $71 (November 2025) to $178 (September 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $91–$98.