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.

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 R922, while return flights cost around R2 690.

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 (16 hours 30 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. Apartamento Con Garaje En Barakaldo Kasa is the closest property to Bilbao (0,0 km away from Bilbao).

R11 613+ Flights to Bilbao, Spain

Flights to Bilbao in 2025

Return from	R11 631
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R17 294

KLM
27/7-18/8
2 total stops
56h 50m total
Johannesburg to Bilbao

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bilbao. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 July 2025.

Sun 27/723:15JNB - BIO

1 stop23h 30mKLM

Mon 18/812:00BIO - JNB

1 stop33h 20mKLM

Deal found 14/7R11 631

Thu 28/89:50JNB - BIO

2 stops50h 05mEtihad Airways

Thu 4/921:05BIO - JNB

2 stops35h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/7R15 311

Sun 27/719:00JNB - BIO

2 stops45h 05mBrussels Airlines

Mon 18/816:55BIO - JNB

2 stops39h 40mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 14/7R15 597

Sun 27/719:00JNB - BIO

2 stops22h 50mLufthansa

Mon 18/818:35BIO - JNB

2 stops38h 00mLufthansa

Deal found 13/7R16 383

Thu 28/810:05JNB - BIO

2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 4/98:50BIO - JNB

3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/7R19 116

Wed 27/81:25JNB - BIO

2 stops21h 20mKenya Airways

Thu 4/917:15BIO - JNB

2 stops17h 40mKenya Airways

Deal found 14/7R23 458

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Sun 27/723:15JNB - BIO

1 stop23h 30mKLM

Mon 18/812:00BIO - JNB

1 stop33h 20mKLM

Deal found 14/7R11 631

Thu 28/89:50JNB - BIO

2 stops50h 05mEtihad Airways

Thu 4/921:05BIO - JNB

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Deal found 14/7R15 311

Sun 27/719:00JNB - BIO

2 stops45h 05mBrussels Airlines

Mon 18/816:55BIO - JNB

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Deal found 14/7R15 597

Sun 27/719:00JNB - BIO

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Mon 18/818:35BIO - JNB

2 stops38h 00mLufthansa

Deal found 13/7R16 383

Thu 28/810:05JNB - BIO

2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 4/98:50BIO - JNB

3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/7R19 116

Wed 27/81:25JNB - BIO

2 stops21h 20mKenya Airways

Thu 4/917:15BIO - JNB

2 stops17h 40mKenya Airways

Deal found 14/7R23 458

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Sat 26/71:25JNB - BIO

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Sun 27/719:00JNB - BIO

2 stops45h 05mBrussels Airlines

Mon 18/816:55BIO - JNB

2 stops39h 40mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 14/7R15 597

Sun 27/719:00JNB - BIO

2 stops22h 50mLufthansa

Mon 18/818:35BIO - JNB

2 stops38h 00mLufthansa

Deal found 13/7R16 383

Thu 28/89:50JNB - BIO

2 stops50h 05mEtihad Airways

Thu 4/921:05BIO - JNB

2 stops35h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/7R15 311

Thu 28/810:05JNB - BIO

2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 4/98:50BIO - JNB

3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/7R19 116

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Sun 27/7

23:15-22:45

1 stop23h 30m

Bilbao

Mon 18/8

12:00-21:20

1 stop33h 20m

R11 631

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

9:50-11:55

2 stops50h 05m

Bilbao

Thu 4/9

21:05-8:20

2 stops35h 15m

R15 311

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

19:00-16:05

2 stops45h 05m

Bilbao

Mon 18/8

16:55-8:35

2 stops39h 40m

R15 597

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

19:00-17:50

2 stops22h 50m

Bilbao

Mon 18/8

18:35-8:35

2 stops38h 00m

R16 383

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

10:05-17:30

2 stops31h 25m

Bilbao

Thu 4/9

8:50-20:50

3 stops36h 00m

R19 116

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/8

1:25-22:45

2 stops21h 20m

Bilbao

Thu 4/9

17:15-10:55

2 stops17h 40m

R23 458

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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 30 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 Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and Air France.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bilbao?

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

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 KLM, Etihad Airways, andBrussels Airlines 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

1 372 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 372 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 372 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 222 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 372 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Brussels Airlines

7,3

Good

350 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 372 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Kenya Airways

6,9

Okay

271 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 372 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 210 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 372 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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.
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 R922, while return flights cost around R2 690.
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 (16 hours 30 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. Apartamento Con Garaje En Barakaldo Kasa is the closest property to Bilbao (0,0 km away from Bilbao).

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bilbao

How long is the flight to Bilbao?

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Bilbao?

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Rainfall in Bilbao by month

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Temperature in Bilbao by month

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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 15 July 2025.

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Etihad Airways, andBrussels Airlines 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.

FAQs about flying to Bilbao

What airport do you fly into for flights to Bilbao?

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

What is the best airline to fly to Bilbao?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Bilbao?

Where does the fastest flight to Bilbao depart from?

Does Bilbao have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Bilbao?

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