Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Every week, there are 19 Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, opt for the 06:45 Lufthansa flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 19:30 with Lufthansa.
To ensure you catch your BIO to FRA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Frankfurt — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
With a dependable 81.65% of services landing on schedule, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating BIO to FRA flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BIO and FRA:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
48 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Return flights start at 136 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from BIO to FRA, reserve your journey one month before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BIO to FRA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from BIO land on time.
Bilbao Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BIO:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
If you're coming in on a late Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Frankfurt and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport to central Frankfurt has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Frankfurt. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport for August if you'd like to visit Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BIO to FRA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey about 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its top attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.