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R10 808+ Cheap flights to Bilbao

— BIO
Oct 1 — Oct 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Bilbao in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Bilbao

Sat 28/1119:55 -
1 stop21h 05m
Wed 2/1221:05 -
1 stop12h 45m
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Thu 15/1020:55 -
2 stops24h 40m
Thu 22/1010:15 -
2 stops22h 55m
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Thu 15/1018:50 -
1 stop15h 00m
Thu 22/107:10 -
1 stop27h 10m
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Sat 28/1113:45 -
2 stops27h 10m
Wed 2/129:15 -
2 stops29h 20m
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Sat 28/119:50 -
2 stops46h 55m
Wed 2/1212:40 -
2 stops42h 40m
Deal found 30/8R19 228

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Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R14 453
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 28/11-2/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Bilbao
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JohannesburgBilbao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BIO Bilbao

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

19:55-16:00

1 stop21h 05m

Bilbao

Wed 2/12

21:05-10:50

1 stop12h 45m

R10 808

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BIO Bilbao

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

18:50-9:50

1 stop15h 00m

Bilbao

Thu 22/10

7:10-10:20

1 stop27h 10m

R14 195

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BIO Bilbao

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

14:30-15:55

3 stops25h 25m

Bilbao

Thu 22/10

18:05-13:30

2 stops19h 25m

R14 728

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BIO Bilbao

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

13:45-15:55

2 stops27h 10m

Bilbao

Wed 2/12

9:15-15:35

2 stops29h 20m

R18 438

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BIO Bilbao

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

9:50-7:45

2 stops46h 55m

Bilbao

Wed 2/12

12:40-8:20

2 stops42h 40m

R19 228

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bilbao

How long is the flight to Bilbao?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Bilbao takes 21 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Bilbao from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Bilbao?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bilbao are Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 822
KLM
KLM
From R10 910
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R10 084

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bilbao?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bilbao are Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa.

Rainfall in Bilbao by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bilbao ranges from 62.0 - 141.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 141.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Bilbao when rainfall is around 62.0 mm.

Temperature in Bilbao by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bilbao, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bilbao

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa to Spain to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 478 reviews
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Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

MIA - IST

The cabin is very clean, the service is great, the food is excellent
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 478 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 478 reviews
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Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

MIA - IST

The cabin is very clean, the service is great, the food is excellent
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 228 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 478 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

MIA - IST

The cabin is very clean, the service is great, the food is excellent

FAQs about flying to Bilbao

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bilbao?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Bilbao (BIO) if they wish to fly to Bilbao. The Bilbao airport is 4,9 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bilbao if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bilbao on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bilbao?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bilbao.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Bilbao?

    Bilbao is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Bilbao. One-way flights to Bilbao typically cost R1 183, while return flights cost around R1 371.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bilbao depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bilbao, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Bilbao have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bilbao can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bilbao?

    Yes. Bilbao has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Tourist apartment Loiu-Bizkaia is the closest property to Bilbao (0,0 km away from Bilbao).

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