Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
Each week, there are 12 Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. To take off early, select the 05:45 Edelweiss Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 18:05 with Edelweiss Air.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your ZRH to BIO flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Vueling has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bilbao — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
Vueling is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
48 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. A return flight starts from 92 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from ZRH to BIO, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.02% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to BIO if you're on a late Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and chase adventure across Bilbao and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before travelling.
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 driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bilbao. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you want to visit Bilbao during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to BIO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
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.