Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your BIO to Mexico City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BIO to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Travelling from central Bilbao to BIO takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near BIO? If you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Bilbao Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that depart BIO land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Mexico City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Mexico City flight is 361 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 671 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BIO to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BIO to Mexico City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from BIO to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some fantastic places to rest your head within an easy drive of NLU. Ease into relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your BIO to Mexico City flight.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, MEX or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Travel to Mexico City in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Bilbao Airport to Mexico City plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BIO to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Mexico City travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a trip to Guadalajara will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without experiencing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.