How long is the flight from South Africa to Bilbao?

Airlines like Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM fly from South Africa to Bilbao in about 17h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 10m. The distance between South Africa and Bilbao is about 8344 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bilbao ranges from 62.0 - 141.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Bilbao?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and KLM are the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Bilbao.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Bilbao from South Africa?

Bilbao (BIO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Bilbao. It is only a 4,9 km journey from Bilbao (BIO) to Bilbao’s city centre.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Bilbao that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Bilbao flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Bilbao?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Bilbao.

Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Bilbao?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Bilbao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

R3 689+ Flights from South Africa to Bilbao

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Bilbao

Round-trip from	R10 963
One-way from	R3 689
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R11 223

Lufthansa
20/1-24/1
2 total stops
40h 00m total
South Africa to Bilbao

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Lufthansa
10/2
1 total stop
26h 20m total
South Africa to Bilbao

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R31 655 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 129 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Bilbao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Bilbao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Mon 24/117:55CPT - BIO

1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/1211:55BIO - CPT

1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 23/11R11 188

Mon 24/1123:45CPT - BIO

1 stop24h 00mKLM

Mon 1/1211:55BIO - CPT

1 stop33h 00mKLM

Deal found 23/11R11 205

Mon 24/1123:45CPT - BIO

2 stops18h 35mAir France

Mon 1/1218:05BIO - CPT

1 stop34h 45mAir France

Deal found 24/11R12 140

Mon 8/1223:35CPT - BIO

2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/127:25BIO - CPT

1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/11R15 829

Best flights from South Africa to Bilbao
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Bilbao that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

Tue 20/119:45JNB - BIO

1 stop17h 20mLufthansa

Sat 24/111:35BIO - JNB

1 stop18h 30mLufthansa

Deal found 22/11R10 963

Tue 20/115:20CPT - BIO

2 stops27h 00mAir France

Sat 24/17:25BIO - CPT

1 stop21h 25mAir France

Deal found 22/11R12 504

Tue 20/114:00CPT - BIO

2 stops27h 30mKLM

Sat 24/117:20BIO - CPT

1 stop27h 35mKLM

Deal found 21/11R12 539

Tue 20/117:15CPT - BIO

1 stop23h 55mTurkish Airlines

Sat 24/112:00BIO - CPT

1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 22/11R15 102

Mon 8/1223:35CPT - BIO

2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/127:25BIO - CPT

1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/11R15 829

Tue 20/117:00JNB - BIO

3 stops30h 45mKenya Airways

Sat 24/117:20BIO - JNB

2 stops40h 35mKenya Airways

Deal found 22/11R18 531

Tue 20/114:25CPT - BIO

3 stops22h 05mKenya Airways

Sat 24/117:20BIO - CPT

3 stops43h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 21/11R19 691

Last-minute flights from South Africa to Bilbao
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to Bilbao. Data last updated 25 November 2025 and is based on user searches.

Mon 24/117:55CPT - BIO

1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/1211:55BIO - CPT

1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 23/11R11 188

Mon 24/1123:45CPT - BIO

1 stop24h 00mKLM

Mon 1/1211:55BIO - CPT

1 stop33h 00mKLM

Deal found 23/11R11 205

Mon 8/1223:35CPT - BIO

2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/127:25BIO - CPT

1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/11R15 829

Mon 8/1218:45CPT - BIO

1 stop22h 55mLufthansa

Fri 12/1211:35BIO - CPT

1 stop19h 05mLufthansa

Deal found 22/11R20 471

One-way flights from South Africa to Bilbao
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Tue 10/29:30CPT - BIO

1 stop26h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 22/11R3 689

Wed 11/28:45CPT - BIO

1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/11R6 269

Mon 1/1220:30JNB - BIO

3 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/11R6 529

Tue 10/217:15CPT - BIO

2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/11R7 118

Sat 29/1120:05JNB - BIO

3 stops50h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/11R7 153

Sun 30/118:00JNB - BIO

3 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/11R7 360

Sun 8/20:30CPT - BIO

3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/11R7 464

Mon 1/1219:05JNB - BIO

1 stop16h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 24/11R8 884

Mon 9/27:55CPT - BIO

1 stop15h 30mAir France

Deal found 22/11R9 802

Sun 30/1110:10JNB - BIO

1 stop14h 10mLufthansa

Deal found 24/11R10 062

Sat 29/1119:45JNB - BIO

1 stop17h 15mLufthansa

Deal found 24/11R12 383

Tue 23/1215:30CPT - BIO

3 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 24/11R24 835

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JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-12:05

1 stop17h 20m

Bilbao

Sat 24/1

11:35-7:05

1 stop18h 30m

R10 963

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

15:20-17:20

2 stops27h 00m

Bilbao

Sat 24/1

7:25-5:50

1 stop21h 25m

R12 504

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

14:00-16:30

2 stops27h 30m

Bilbao

Sat 24/1

17:20-21:55

1 stop27h 35m

R12 539

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

17:15-16:10

1 stop23h 55m

Bilbao

Sat 24/1

12:00-11:50

1 stop22h 50m

R15 102

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/12

23:35-12:05

2 stops37h 30m

Bilbao

Fri 12/12

7:25-7:40

1 stop23h 15m

R15 829

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

17:00-22:45

3 stops30h 45m

Bilbao

Sat 24/1

17:20-10:55

2 stops40h 35m

R18 531

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

14:25-11:30

3 stops22h 05m

Bilbao

Sat 24/1

17:20-13:35

3 stops43h 15m

R19 691

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

9:30-10:50

1 stop26h 20m

R3 689

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

20:30-22:05

3 stops50h 35m

R6 529

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

17:15-17:05

2 stops24h 50m

R7 118

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Bilbao?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Bilbao (average of R9 421). Flying from South Africa to Bilbao in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 916). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to BIO?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Bilbao is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bilbao

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andAir France from South Africa to Bilbao 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

1 420 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 420 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 420 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 671 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 420 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Air France

7,4

Good

1 497 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 420 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 052 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 420 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 589 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 420 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Bilbao from South Africa?
Bilbao (BIO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Bilbao. It is only a 4,9 km journey from Bilbao (BIO) to Bilbao’s city centre.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Bilbao?
Airlines like Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM fly from South Africa to Bilbao in about 17h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 10m. The distance between South Africa and Bilbao is about 8344 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Bilbao that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Bilbao flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Bilbao?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Bilbao.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Bilbao?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Bilbao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Bilbao?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Bilbao (average of R9 421). Flying from South Africa to Bilbao in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 916). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Bilbao

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	CheapestR9 132	AverageR13 400	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	CheapestR9 774	AverageR16 660	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR10 766	AverageR13 135	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	CheapestR10 786	AverageR16 871	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR14 231	AverageR16 875	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Bilbao

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