Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
Each week, there are 26 Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, go for the 10:00 Lufthansa flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:40 with Lufthansa.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your FRA to BIO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Bilbao — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating FRA to BIO flights. A reliable 80.47% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FRA and BIO:
Geneve Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Rs28,778 is the best price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs54,248. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from FRA to BIO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to FRA:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to BIO if you're taking a late Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and chase adventure across Bilbao and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bilbao Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Bilbao. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Bilbao Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Bilbao in January.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt 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.
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to BIO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Bilbao, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel about 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
