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Cheapest round-trip
$493
Typical prices: $702-$1,164
Iberia
Tue 10/16Sun 10/21
JFK - BIO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$212
Typical prices: $417-$671
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/5
EWR - BIO • 2 stops
Top airlines
Delta
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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Top routes
SAN - BIO
Cheapest • 22% average savings
NYC - BIO
Most popular
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 28% price drop
July
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Bilbao

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Bilbao

Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
Iberia Logo
4:55 pm - 4:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BIO Bilbao
18h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Iberia Logo
1:30 pm - 10:00 pmBIO  Bilbao-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 30m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$493Iberia
Tue, Feb 16 - Thu, Mar 4
American Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 12:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BIO Bilbao
13h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 3:35 pmBIO  Bilbao-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$498American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13
Air Europa Logo
11:05 pm - 7:45 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BIO Bilbao
27h 40m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
8:30 am - 5:50 pmBIO  Bilbao-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$501Air Europa
Tue, Feb 16 - Thu, Mar 4
Iberia Logo
2:30 pm - 12:50 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BIO Bilbao
16h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Madrid Barajas
Iberia Logo
6:45 am - 3:35 pmBIO  Bilbao-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$503Iberia
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Air Europa Logo
11:05 pm - 4:00 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BIO Bilbao
11h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
8:30 am - 5:50 pmBIO  Bilbao-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
15h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$511Air Europa
Tue, Feb 16 - Thu, Mar 4
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 12:50 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BIO Bilbao
13h 10m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Madrid Barajas
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 7:29 pmBIO  Bilbao-LGA New York LaGuardia
16h 14m2 stops Madrid Barajas Charlotte Douglas
$513American Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 14
LEVEL Logo
11:45 pm - 8:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BIO Bilbao
26h 35m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
LEVEL Logo
8:55 am - 10:00 pmBIO  Bilbao-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 05m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$553LEVEL
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:55 amEWR  Newark-BIO Bilbao
23h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 8:15 pmBIO  Bilbao-EWR Newark
29h 10m2 stops Madrid Barajas Zurich
$556Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 2
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:00 pm - 5:55 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BIO Bilbao
13h 55m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:40 pm - 8:05 pmBIO  Bilbao-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 25m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$557TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 2
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
5:40 pm - 5:55 pmEWR  Newark-BIO Bilbao
18h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:40 pm - 10:10 pmBIO  Bilbao-EWR Newark
33h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$557TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Bilbao flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Bilbao?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bilbao is the cheapest route at $493 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Bilbao?

A round-trip flight to Bilbao costs $900 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from San Diego average $718, while Tampa runs a bit higher at $774.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Bilbao?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Bilbao at $836 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,037.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bilbao?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Bilbao with an average price of $652 round-trip.
•June ($1,173) and July ($1,083) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Bilbao?

Morning flights to Bilbao are the cheapest at $897 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $926.

What is a good deal for flights to Bilbao?

Flights under $702 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Bilbao at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Tampa $594
•Austin $599
•San Francisco $610.

When are flights to Bilbao the cheapest?

Flights to Bilbao are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight to Bilbao

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Key details for flights to Bilbao

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$212
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Newark Airport to Bilbao

When to book flights to Bilbao

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

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

  • How can I go about renting a car when I arrive at the airport?

    There are five different major rental car companies that offer rental car services at the airport. Travelers will find all of these rental car companies' offices in the lobby of the P1 parking building which has a connection to the terminal building via an underground passage.

  • Are there any public transportation options available from the airport to the center of the city?

    There are three different inner-city bus lines that offer service from the airport to a number of destinations in the region around the airport including the center of the city. Stops for these buses have a location at Terminal Level One outside on the sidewalk for arrivals. The fare to ride the bus is around 15 € ($18) but can vary based on the distance you will be traveling from the airport.

  • Are there any airlines that offer direct flights from the United States to Bilbao?

    While there are no airlines that offer direct flights from the United States, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Lufthansa, and Iberia all offer convenient one-stop options from several cities in the United States including John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • Is it possible to get a taxi from the airport and if so where can I find the taxis?

    All of the taxis that are available at the airport have a location in the queue outside of the terminal building on Level One at the arrivals sidewalk. All of the airport taxis are white with a red stripe along the outside of the taxi. The fare to ride in the taxis is around 0.70 € ($0.85) per km traveled.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Bilbao?

    United Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Bilbao at 0 per week, and for this route United Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Bilbao. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How long is a nonstop flight to Bilbao?

    Nonstop flights to Bilbao are available from New York, with a flight time of about 7h 30m.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Bilbao?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Bilbao are from:
    • New York, from $493 round-trip

  • How do I know if a flight to Bilbao is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Bilbao is around $702 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Bilbao?

    Last-minute fares to Bilbao – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 10% above the average round-trip fare of $900.

Your guide to booking Bilbao flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Bilbao, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Bilbao, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $702 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Bilbao around February. Round-trip fares historically average $652 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to $29 per round-trip. Morning flights to Bilbao average $897 compared to $926 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Bilbao, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Lufthansa includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • If you are going to have somebody pick you up from the airport you can let them know that they can park in the Express Parking lot for up to 15min free of charge to meet you after your flight.
  • If you're looking for a quiet and upscale place to spend some time in the Bilbao Airport (BIO) a really great choice would be the VIP Lounge the airport offers. Travelers will find this lounge on the Level Two mezzanine area of the airport.
  • If you would like to keep some of your luggage at the airport after your arrival there are luggage lockers available at the airport to keep your luggage secure while you are away.
  • If you have just arrived at the airport and are looking for an ATM there are four to choose from at the airport. One is on Level One of the Arrivals Hall while the other three are in Level Three of the Departures Hall.
  • If you have just arrived on a long flight and are looking for something for the kids to do in the airport there is a children's play area on Level One of the Arrivals Hall of the terminal.
  • If you are looking for a hotel that has a location that is convenient to the airport The Holiday Inn Express Bilbao has a location right at the entrance to the airport property. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle to and from the airport for its guests.

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