Travelling from Toronto to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Bilbao Airport (BIO) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Toronto. Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao.
To ensure you get on your flight from Toronto to BIO, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Pearson International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Pearson International Airport, 63.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to BIO flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From central Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Toronto to Bilbao Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that take off from YKF arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 63.64% of the time.
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Bilbao Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BIO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and experience more of Bilbao and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Toronto to Bilbao Airport flight.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, 252 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Bilbao Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 425 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Toronto to BIO if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Affordable Toronto to Bilbao Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Bilbao. July is when most people book flights from Toronto to Bilbao Airport (BIO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your Toronto to BIO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Bilbao Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Bilbao
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bilbao right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Bilbao Airport:
Your trip to Bilbao won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Guggenheim, Bilbao BBK Live and El gran Árbol y el Ojo (Museo Guggenheim).
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, check out popular attractions including Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Spain, consider Arévalo, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. Plaza de la Constitución, Iglesia San Martin and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo are key reasons to visit.