Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao is one hour behind Helsinki and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your HEL to BIO flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HEL and BIO:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Rs17,831 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs41,711. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from HEL to BIO, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HEL make it to their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Bilbao Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're arriving on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Bilbao Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BIO:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and explore beyond Bilbao's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Bilbao Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to BIO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.