Flying from Istanbul to Billund Airport (BLL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to jet off from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Billund Airport (BLL).
3 hours 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Istanbul to Billund Airport flight.
Billund is two hours behind Istanbul. Billund Airport is located in Billund, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from 4 direct services a week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Billund Airport (BLL). This is the busiest route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 6:45am departure from IST to BLL.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to BLL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Billund Airport (BLL) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
When leaving from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Billund Airport with Turkish Airlines.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Turkish Airlines between IST and BLL.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Istanbul to BLL that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IST and BLL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Billund Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Billund Airport. Check out these connections between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and BLL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to BLL flight:
76.93% of all departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Billund Airport (BLL)
Reserve a hotel close to BLL if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Billund Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Follow your own route with a Billund Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and find adventure across Billund and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Billund Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Billund Airport (BLL) to central Billund
Central Billund is around 6 kilometres from Billund Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Billund Airport (BLL)
At the moment, RM287 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Billund Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM741. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to BLL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Istanbul to Billund Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Billund Airport (BLL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Billund Airport (BLL), while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Billund based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Istanbul to BLL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Billund, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Billund Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Billund
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Billund right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Billund Airport:
Legoland and LEGO System A/S are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Billund to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LEGO House.
Explore more of Denmark
Copenhagen is just one of the many places in Denmark waiting to be discovered once you've seen Billund. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Kopenhagen, The Little Mermaid and Rosenborg Castle.
Around 153 kilometres north of Billund, Aalborg is another essential stop in Denmark. Experience major highlights starting with Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg, Church of Our Saviour and Aalborg Havnefront.