Flying from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, making Bilbao seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
Leave enough time to make your MEX to BIO flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best 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 flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Bilbao Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEX and BIO:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is 281 €. A return plane ticket is currently 533 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEX to BIO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
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Handy information about Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Juarez International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from MEX reach their destination on time.
Central Mexico City to Mexico City Juarez International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near MEX:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and explore beyond Bilbao's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
June is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Bilbao Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bilbao in March.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Mexico City Juarez International Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MEX to BIO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are highlights.