Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Bilbao is one hour ahead of Bristol and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BRS to BIO flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Bilbao — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
EasyJet has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BRS and BIO:
Paris Orly Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is 28 €. A round-trip fare is currently 35 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from BRS to BIO by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BRS to BIO.
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Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
69.8% of flights departing from Bristol Airport make it to their destination on time.
Bristol Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BRS:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're getting in on a late Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BIO:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Bilbao. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Bristol Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRS to BIO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Bilbao, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its must-visit sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, about 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are the start of reasons to visit.