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Cheapest round-trip
$622
Typical prices: $619-$914
American Airlines
Mon 9/10Mon 9/24
BIO - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$485
Typical prices: $569-$974
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/30
BIO - SFO • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Bilbao and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $748 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bilbao to San Francisco (BIO-SFO)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Bilbao to San Francisco

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 4:20 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
16h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
17h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Madrid Barajas
$622American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 4:20 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
16h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
17h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Madrid Barajas
$623American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Nov 12
Iberia Logo
9:15 am - 11:59 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
23h 44m2 stops Madrid Barajas Miami
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5:30 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
18h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Madrid Barajas
$628Iberia
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:15 am - 11:59 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
23h 44m2 stops Madrid Barajas Miami
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10:32 am - 12:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
17h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Madrid Barajas
$628Iberia
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 9:00 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
20h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
18h 30m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Madrid Barajas
$628American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 8:08 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
19h 53m2 stops Madrid Barajas Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
17h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Madrid Barajas
$628American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 22
American Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 12:44 amBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
20h 14m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
18h 30m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Madrid Barajas
$628American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 9:00 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
20h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:38 am - 8:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
16h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Madrid Barajas
$628American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:50 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
16h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
24h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$711United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 7:35 pmBIO  Bilbao-SFO San Francisco
21h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 pm - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-BIO Bilbao
28h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$711United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bilbao to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Bilbao to San Francisco with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Bilbao to San Francisco?

Round-trip flights from Bilbao to San Francisco start at $622. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $619 to $914. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $622 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bilbao to San Francisco?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bilbao to San Francisco, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to San Francisco?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to San Francisco at $553 round-trip.
  • July ($974) and August ($899) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Bilbao to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Bilbao to San Francisco are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Bilbao to San Francisco flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$485
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 30% increase in price.
Flight from Bilbao to San Francisco

When to book flights from Bilbao to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bilbao to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Bilbao to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What flights from Bilbao to San Francisco are the most eco-friendly?

    On flights to San Francisco from Bilbao, each person emits about 5,271 lbs of CO2. You can find greener flights with KAYAK’s “Less CO2” sort, such as Delta’s flights through Amsterdam and Minneapolis, on which you could save about 44%, or 2,285 lbs of CO2. For flights with only one layover, you could choose Air France through Paris, which would still save about 36%, or 1,884 lbs of CO2.

  • Will I be able to collect frequent flyer points or miles from my flight to San Francisco from Bilbao?

    You can use the “Alliance” filter to only see options that should help you accrue miles for your frequent flyer program. For example, if you belong to United’s MileagePlus program, you can set the “Alliance” filter to “Star Alliance” and only see United flights and those with alliance partners like Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines.

  • How long will I have to wait between connections on my flight from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    You may have connections as you travel to San Francisco, but you do not need to wait too long. Under the “Duration” filter of your KAYAK search, you can set the “Layover” setting to find flights such as Lufthansa – with a stop in Munich for under 3 hours, enough to stretch your legs and maybe do a little duty-free shopping before your flight to San Francisco.

  • Will there be in-flight entertainment on my trip to San Francisco from Bilbao?

    If you want to know what onboard entertainment will help you pass the time from Bilbao to San Francisco, you can expand the flight information on your KAYAK results to see, for example, that TAP AIR may only have limited Wi-Fi on the first leg to Lisbon, but then you’ll get a seat back console for on-demand content on the longer flight to San Francisco.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    Flights from Bilbao to San Francisco usually depart from Bilbao (BIO) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bilbao to San Francisco.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bilbao to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Bilbao to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Bilbao to San Francisco route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $618 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $928, a difference of $310. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Bilbao to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 5,678 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bilbao to San Francisco:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Bilbao to San Francisco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 14% above the route average of $748. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Bilbao to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Bilbao to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $592, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bilbao to San Francisco?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 47m, compared with 15h 49m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 15h 51m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Bilbao and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 9 hours behind Bilbao (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Thrifty
    · Europcar
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Fox

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bilbao to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bilbao to San Francisco range from $619 to $914, with an average of $748 over the past 12 months. Anything below $619 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bilbao to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $618 - about $310 less than Sunday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bilbao to San Francisco trip for June. Fares historically average $553 round-trip in that month - typically $421 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
    - Grand Hyatt At Sfo
  • Most flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Bilbao (BIO) have layovers. Iberia, for example, typically stops in Madrid and then Washington, D.C. or Los Angeles. If you prefer one stop, Lufthansa usually stops in Frankfurt or Munich, while Delta often stops in Amsterdam or Paris.
  • If you are flying to San Francisco from Bilbao with TAP Air Discount Economy, you can bring a carry-on that is no bigger than 22 × 16 × 8 inches and weighs no more than 22 lbs. You are also allowed a personal item, such as a laptop bag or purse, which cannot be bigger than 16 × 12 × 5 inches or weigh over 4.4 lbs.
  • Want to get comfortable in a lounge while you wait for your flight to San Francisco? At Bilbao Airport (BIO), you can pay for access to the VIP Lounge, located on the mezzanine level of the boarding area. You can relax and get a bite to eat or something to drink in comfort.
  • If you are flying with an infant to San Francisco from Bilbao, Lufthansa allows certain strollers and prams on board, free of charge as an added carry-on item, and can provide a bassinet upon request. You need to inform the airline at least 52 hours before your flight, and there may be a fee for the bassinet.
  • For public transportation from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to downtown, there is a BART train station in the International Terminal that you can take to various locations in the city. In addition, there are SamTrans public bus stops outside the baggage claim areas of Terminals 2 and 3 and the International Terminal.

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