Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, making Edinburgh one hour behind Bilbao.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your BIO to EDI flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BIO and EDI:
Dublin Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is Rs15,708. A return fare right now is Rs40,019. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BIO to EDI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Finding cheap flights from BIO to EDI is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that depart BIO reach their destination without delay.
To get to Bilbao Airport from central Bilbao, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BIO? If you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel near EDI if you're on a late Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.
Lock in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to go to Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BIO to EDI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another side of United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, roughly 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
