Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is one hour behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your BIO to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as May, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BIO to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 5 kilometres from central Bilbao, BIO can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BIO:
Bilbao Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BIO land at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Reykjavik
65 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return ticket right now is 138 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BIO to Reykjavik. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across each month and land an incredible deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BIO to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Booking your ride from Keflavik Airport about four weeks before your flight from BIO to Reykjavik can help you secure the lowest rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your BIO to Reykjavik flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
When booking your Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BIO to Reykjavik around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Reykjavik right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
Around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. No visit is complete without checking out Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.