Travelling from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, making Bilbao one hour ahead of Lisbon.
There are 12 Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport flights every week.
Give yourself enough time to make your LIS to BIO flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport, so getting to Bilbao (and then seeing more of Spain!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is TAP Air Portugal.
The most punctual carrier that operates LIS to BIO flights is Vueling. Its services arrive as planned 70.83% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LIS and BIO:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Seville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, Rs7,310 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs13,723. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from LIS to BIO, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from LIS to BIO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Of the flights that depart from Lisbon Airport, 56% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LIS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Grab a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Lisbon Airport to Bilbao Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Bilbao. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Lisbon 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 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LIS to BIO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.