Flying from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao is one hour behind Thessaloniki and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SKG to BIO flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SKG and BIO:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Currently, 67 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 173 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SKG to BIO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SKG to BIO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
When it comes to Thessaloniki International Airport's on-time performance, 79.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Thessaloniki International Airport from central Thessaloniki, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SKG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
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 leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Bilbao in January.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SKG to BIO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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 leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without seeing Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.