How many flights from Istanbul to Bilbao are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 13.7% of flights from Istanbul to Bilbao have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers has typically been 1. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Bilbao?

The typical direct flight from Istanbul to Bilbao covers a distance of 2599 kilometers and has a median duration of 4 hours and 30 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to 9 hours and 0 minutes. These durations reflect the average flight times observed for this route.

How often do Istanbul to Bilbao flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Istanbul to Bilbao route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. The pricing trends observed over the trailing 30 days suggest this route is one where price fluctuations are common.

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December 2 - December 7

Cheapest

Best

SAW - Bilbao

$168

$162

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December 4 - December 7

Best

SAW - Bilbao

$168

$164

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December 18 - January 11

SAW - Bilbao

$149

$164

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December 19 - January 11

SAW - Bilbao

$150

$164

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November 24 - December 7

SAW - Bilbao

$145

$164

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December 15 - January 11

SAW - Bilbao

$147

$164

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December 27 - January 11

SAW - Bilbao

$159

$164

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December 16 - January 11

SAW - Bilbao

$149

$164

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December 20 - January 11

SAW - Bilbao

$150

$164

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October 29 - October 30

Earliest

SAW - Bilbao

$154

$166

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Istanbul to Bilbao: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Bilbao

For flights from Istanbul to Bilbao, fares typically range from $177–$339, with a median of $227. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 28% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices for this route.

When considering cheap flights from Istanbul to Bilbao, the most economical times to fly are typically February, with a median fare of $69, followed closely by December at $70, and January at $83. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Bilbao takes approximately 9h 50m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 13.7% of recent fares were for direct flights from Istanbul to Bilbao, indicating that travelers should generally expect a layover.

The distance between Istanbul and Bilbao is 2599 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you will be traveling a considerable but not extremely long distance, often involving a single stop for connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Bilbao

Regular price: $114 - $520

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Bilbao are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Bilbao is between $114 and $520. The current lowest deal is $162 with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Dec 18-Jan 11.

now $162

Low $114

High $520

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Bilbao

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Bilbao is February, with a median price of $69. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $390. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $69

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $390

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Bilbao

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Bilbao

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Bilbao

Istanbul (SAW) - Bilbao (BIO)

Pegasus Airlines

$328

$257

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Bilbao

Istanbul (SAW) - Bilbao (BIO)

Pegasus Airlines

$343

$276

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Bilbao

Istanbul (SAW) - Bilbao (BIO)

Pegasus Airlines

$321

$257

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Bilbao

Istanbul (IST) - Bilbao (BIO)

Lufthansa

$359

$309

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Bilbao

Istanbul (IST) - Bilbao (BIO)

Wizz Air

$337

$258

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Bilbao

Istanbul (SAW) - Bilbao (BIO)

Pegasus Airlines

$282

$248

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Bilbao

3 nights

Jun 25 - Jun 28

$331 → $225

32%

1 night

Jun 20 - Jun 21

$375 → $270

28%

4 nights

Jun 24 - Jun 28

$343 → $245

29%

1 night

Jun 27 - Jun 28

$330 → $236

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Bilbao

Istanbul - Bilbao route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Bilbao are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Bilbao, with a median price of $69.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 9h 50m duration

Flights from Istanbul to Bilbao typically take 9 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 2599 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with 1 stopover being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct deals

Pegasus Airlines has offered direct deals on this route, with one deal recently observed.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Bilbao are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport (IST) is a good option for flights to Bilbao, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW) is another Istanbul airport to consider for your trip to Bilbao.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Bilbao main airports to arrive at

Bilbao (BIO)

Cheapest

Bilbao Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Istanbul, offering good access to the city.

📍 ~10 km from Bilbao city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Airports nearby Bilbao used as alternative

Santander (SDR)

Cheapest

Santander (SDR) can be a useful alternative due to its low-cost carrier presence and good road connectivity.

📍 ~74 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Vitoria (VIT)

Vitoria (VIT) is the closest alternative, offering very easy access by car or bus, despite limited commercial flights.

📍 ~50 km from Bilbao (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$339

San Sebastián (EAS)

San Sebastián (EAS) is convenient for travelers on the eastern side of the Basque region with reliable domestic connections.

📍 ~75 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$312

Biarritz Pays Basque (BIQ)

Biarritz Pays Basque (BIQ) offers different European destinations via French and low-cost carriers, requiring a border crossing.

📍 ~120 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$306

Pamplona (PNA)

Pamplona (PNA) serves as an alternative regional hub for domestic Spanish flights with good infrastructure.

📍 ~120 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$354

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bilbao

Bilbao, Spain

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$2,552

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bilbao

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Istanbul to Bilbao have been found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $193. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees a higher average price of $504. For travelers planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out has shown an average price of $216, while booking 28-59 days in advance averages around $239.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Bilbao is considered to be $177 or less. The median price for this route has been $227. Prices tend to increase beyond this point, with 75% of fares historically being $339 or less.

Across the trailing quarter, the cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Bilbao have historically been February and December, with median prices of $69 and $70 respectively. January also offered a relatively low median price of $83. These figures are significantly lower than the annual median price of $227 for this route.

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