Flying from Milan to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is Milan's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Milan to Bilbao Airport (BIO) leaving from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Milan to Bilbao Airport flight.
Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services each week. Get from MXP to BIO on easyJet's 6:15am flight.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to BIO, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, 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 an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Milan to Bilbao Airport (BIO) operate out of this terminal.
When jetting out of MXP, you can take a direct flight from Milan to Bilbao Airport with Vueling.
Most passengers choose to fly with Vuelings from MXP to BIO.
EasyJet leads the way in punctuality. A dependable 82.61% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Milan to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Milan Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to Milan Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Bilbao Airport. Check out these connections between Milan Bergamo Airport and BIO:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
BGY is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Milan to BIO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Milan Bergamo Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Booking a plane ticket from Milan to Bilbao Airport (BIO) with a stop or two can offer you more choice of departure times along with better fares. When jetting off from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here's where you can make a pit stop at on the way to BIO:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 20 minutes to arrive by car and 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Milan to Bilbao Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
LIN has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 84%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and touch down as expected.
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Reserve a hotel near BIO if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Bilbao Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Milan to Bilbao Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, central Bilbao is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, Rs6,469 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Bilbao Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs12,939. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Milan to BIO, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Cheap Milan to Bilbao Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
January is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Bilbao Airport (BIO), while May is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Bilbao based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Milan to BIO plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bilbao to range from 16ºC to 26ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Milan to Bilbao Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bilbao
After booking your flight from Milan to Bilbao Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bilbao:
Your Bilbao visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you can't miss include Guggenheim, Bilbao Fine Arts Museum and Bilboko Donejakue katedrala.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Bilbao, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometres southeast to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Spain, consider Arévalo, about 290 kilometres southwest of Bilbao. Iglesia San Martin, Plaza de la Constitución and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo are among the biggest draws.
