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R7 229+ Cheap flights to Bilbao

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BIO
Mar 7 — Mar 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Bilbao in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Bilbao
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bilbao. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 5 February 2026.

Thu 5/319:10
JNB
-
BIO
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/312:00
BIO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/2R10 604
Thu 5/312:45
JNB
-
BIO
2 stops25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/39:15
BIO
-
JNB
2 stops22h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R15 690

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Find the latest flights to Bilbao in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 5 February 2026.

Return from

R10 604

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/3-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bilbao
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Price

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-11:00

1 stop16h 50m

Bilbao

Mon 9/3

12:00-10:50

1 stop21h 50m

R10 604

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

12:45-12:50

2 stops25h 05m

Bilbao

Mon 9/3

9:15-8:40

2 stops22h 25m

R15 690

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

19:05-16:10

1 stop22h 05m

R7 229

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

9:50-18:35

2 stops33h 45m

R7 261

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

19:45-12:05

1 stop17h 20m

R31 221

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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 16 hours 50 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, Lufthansa and Air France.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 784
KLM
KLM
From R9 027
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R9 999
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R13 143

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bilbao?

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

Rainfall in Bilbao by month

Plan your trip to Bilbao by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Bilbao by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bilbao. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bilbao. Reviews last updated 5 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Qatar Airways, andAir France 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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 449 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 449 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 532 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 210 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 762 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 449 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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, KLM is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bilbao.

  • 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 (14 hours 50 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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