Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Cologne and Bilbao are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Your CGN to BIO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CGN and BIO:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Porto Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, Rs18,917 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs44,498. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from CGN to BIO, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CGN to BIO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of all flights leaving Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% touch down on time at their destination.
Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near CGN? If you've booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Follow your own route with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and see more of Bilbao and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
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 takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CGN to BIO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
