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R11 319+ Cheap flights to Bilbao

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BIO
Jun 30 — Jul 71
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 31 May 2026.

Mon 23/1118:50
JNB
-
BIO
1 stop17h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 26/1117:15
BIO
-
JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/5R11 319
Wed 27/523:15
JNB
-
BIO
1 stop17h 15m
KLM
Fri 5/617:15
BIO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
KLM
Deal found 26/5R12 711
Tue 26/518:50
JNB
-
BIO
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/612:00
BIO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5R12 744
Tue 26/518:50
JNB
-
BIO
2 stops21h 40m
KLM
Sat 6/612:00
BIO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
KLM
Deal found 26/5R13 537
Tue 26/518:50
JNB
-
BIO
2 stops21h 40m
KLM
Sun 7/617:15
BIO
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
KLM
Deal found 26/5R13 618
Wed 27/513:30
JNB
-
BIO
2 stops45h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/612:10
BIO
-
JNB
2 stops21h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/5R13 731

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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 31 May 2026.

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R11 319

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R11 480
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/11-26/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Bilbao
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JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

18:50-10:55

1 stop17h 05m

Bilbao

Thu 26/11

17:15-9:40

2 stops39h 25m

R11 319

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

9:50-17:55

2 stops33h 05m

Bilbao

Thu 26/11

16:50-8:20

2 stops38h 30m

R14 379

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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 17 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, Lufthansa and KLM.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 859
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From R10 123
KLM
KLM
From R10 750

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bilbao?

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

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 31 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa 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
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 404 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 031 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 108, while return flights cost around R1 376.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bilbao depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bilbao, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 5 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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