Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Bilbao Starting at $72

The Istanbul — Bilbao route is served by a wide range of airlines: 8 in total, including Pegasus Airlines, Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, Vueling, Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, Wizz Air, and Transavia. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $72. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkey’s main international hub and handles the majority of long-haul and transfer traffic; it’s typically served by full-service carriers and many international airlines, with low-cost operators also present. Located about 35–45 km northwest of the city center, journey times by road are usually 35–60 minutes depending on traffic; the Havaist and IETT express buses and taxis are common options, with fares usually ranging from moderate to premium levels for taxis and mid-range for shuttle buses. The airport tends to be modern and spacious with extensive lounges and shopping, though transfers can involve long walking distances and occasional traffic-dependent travel times to central districts. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) generally functions as Istanbul’s secondary international and budget-focused airport, popular with low-cost and regional carriers. It sits on the city’s Asian side, roughly 35–50 km from central European-side locations and closer to Anatolian suburbs, with road travel typically taking 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and direction. Options include municipal buses, Havatas shuttles, metro/commuter links in some directions, and taxis; bus fares are usually economical while taxis can be pricier for long trips. SAW can be more convenient for eastern neighborhoods and budget-seeking travelers, but transfers across the city can be time-consuming and subject to peak-hour congestion.

Bilbao Airport (BIO) serves as the main international gateway for the Basque Country and usually combines scheduled international connections with a strong domestic and leisure network. Carriers range from full-service operators to a number of low-cost airlines, so fares can be competitive compared with larger Spanish hubs. The airport lies about 12 km (roughly 20–30 minutes) from Bilbao city centre; regular bus services take around 25–30 minutes with modest ticket costs, taxis typically take 20–25 minutes and are pricier, and rental cars are readily available. Pros: compact layout and relatively quick transfers; cons: limited late-night connections and can be busier during holiday peaks.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Istanbul to Bilbao is $73 (December 2025), while the maximum is $191 (August 2026). On average, a ticket costs $108–$179.