Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LAX to BIO flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and BIO:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
287 € is the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Return flights start from 592 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to BIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LAX to BIO.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Grab a Bilbao Airport rental car and discover Bilbao and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bilbao Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to BIO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a trip to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among the biggest draws.