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Cheap flights from South Africa to Bilbao from R12 504

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BIO
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Bilbao

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Bilbao flight deals. Data was last updated 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 591

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 300
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 6/2-10/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • South Africa to Bilbao
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R31 785 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 168 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 November 2025.

Fri 6/219:20JNB - BIO
1 stop23h 00mAir France
Tue 10/218:05BIO - JNB
1 stop17h 05mAir France
Deal found 4/11R12 504
Fri 6/210:40JNB - BIO
2 stops26h 20mLufthansa
Tue 10/217:40BIO - JNB
1 stop14h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 2/11R12 591
Fri 6/218:25CPT - BIO
2 stops23h 05mKLM
Tue 10/217:20BIO - CPT
2 stops39h 25mKLM
Deal found 4/11R12 783
Fri 6/217:15CPT - BIO
1 stop18h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/212:00BIO - CPT
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/11R13 951
Wed 14/114:35CPT - BIO
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/112:35BIO - CPT
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R14 091
Thu 5/21:35JNB - BIO
2 stops39h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 10/217:20BIO - JNB
2 stops40h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/11R18 677
Wed 14/17:55CPT - BIO
1 stop15h 30mAir France
Thu 29/17:25BIO - CPT
1 stop21h 25mAir France
Deal found 3/11R13 951
Fri 16/117:15CPT - BIO
1 stop18h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 26/112:00BIO - CPT
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/11R14 997
Fri 6/27:55CPT - BIO
1 stop34h 25mAir France
Tue 10/27:25BIO - CPT
1 stop21h 25mAir France
Deal found 3/11R14 509

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Bilbao that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 4 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Bilbao that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Bilbao

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

19:20-17:20

1 stop23h 00m

Bilbao

Tue 10/2

18:05-12:10

1 stop17h 05m

R12 504

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

10:40-12:00

2 stops26h 20m

Bilbao

Tue 10/2

17:40-9:30

1 stop14h 50m

R12 591

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

18:25-16:30

2 stops23h 05m

Bilbao

Tue 10/2

17:20-9:45

2 stops39h 25m

R12 783

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

17:15-11:00

1 stop18h 45m

Bilbao

Tue 10/2

12:00-11:50

1 stop22h 50m

R13 951

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

7:55-22:25

1 stop15h 30m

Bilbao

Thu 29/1

7:25-5:50

1 stop21h 25m

R13 951

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/1

14:35-11:45

2 stops22h 10m

Bilbao

Thu 29/1

12:35-13:45

2 stops24h 10m

R14 091

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

7:55-17:20

1 stop34h 25m

Bilbao

Tue 10/2

7:25-5:50

1 stop21h 25m

R14 509

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

CPTBIO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/1

17:15-11:00

1 stop18h 45m

Bilbao

Mon 26/1

12:00-11:50

1 stop22h 50m

R14 997

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

1:35-16:30

2 stops39h 55m

Bilbao

Tue 10/2

17:20-10:55

2 stops40h 35m

R18 677

JohannesburgBilbao

JNB - BIO

JNBBIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

13:45-22:40

3 stops33h 55m

R15 015

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Deals found on 4/11

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Bilbao

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 487). Flying from South Africa to Bilbao in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 026). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Bilbao. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 November 2025.

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

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 4 November 2025.
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
1 405 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
1 405 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
3 660 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
1 482 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
4 038 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
7 547 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Bilbao. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 Air France, Lufthansa, and KLM fly from South Africa to Bilbao in about 23h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 20m. 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 487). Flying from South Africa to Bilbao in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 026). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR9 196AverageR13 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR9 842AverageR16 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 841AverageR13 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 861AverageR16 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 330AverageR16 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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