Pendik, Istanbul to Bilbao (SAW–BIO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SAW–BIO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Pegasus leads the route. The flight covers 1,650 miles in approximately 4h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus | 7 | 321 | 4h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bilbao from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→BIO | IST→BIO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 11 |
| Flight time | 4h 30m | 4h 20m |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · BIO: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul, it's 5:00 PM in Bilbao.
Turkish passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Spain. Apply at the Spanish Embassy in Ankara, the consulate in Istanbul, or through a BLS International center. The short-stay visa costs EUR 80 (about TRY 2,960) and allows stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period across the Schengen area. Required documents include a completed application form, passport photos, travel insurance covering at least EUR 30,000, proof of accommodation, a return ticket, and bank statements showing sufficient funds. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area. Processing takes 10 to 15 working days.
Spain is one of the most requested Schengen visa destinations for Turkish travelers. If Spain is your main destination, apply at the Spanish consulate even if you plan side trips to other Schengen countries. Multi-entry Schengen visas are common for applicants with prior travel history. A multi-entry visa valid for 1 to 5 years eliminates repeat applications for subsequent trips.
Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Madrid (MAD) run about 4 hours 15 minutes on Turkish Airlines and Iberia. Istanbul to Barcelona (BCN) runs about 3 hours 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, and Vueling. Spain uses the euro (EUR), trading at roughly 37 TRY per EUR 1. Card payments work everywhere. The Madrid Metro costs EUR 1.50 to EUR 2.00 per ride. Barcelona's T-casual card gives 10 rides for EUR 11.35. High-speed AVE trains connect Madrid to Barcelona in 2 hours 30 minutes (about EUR 25 to EUR 90 depending on booking time).
SAW–BIO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAW to BIO
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) and Bilbao Airport (BIO) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SAW to BIO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAW to BIO is about 4 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,650 miles (2,655 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat, Stuttgart and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).