Flying from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the two main airports in Seattle.
Bilbao is eight hours ahead of Seattle. Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to BIO, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to BIO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seattle to BIO flight? Check in to a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and discover Bilbao and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Seattle to Bilbao Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Central Bilbao is about 5 kilometres from Bilbao Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Right now, Rs82,412 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Bilbao Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs182,120. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to BIO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Seattle to Bilbao Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
February is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Bilbao based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Seattle to BIO flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bilbao to range from 16ºC to 25ºC.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Bilbao Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bilbao
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Bilbao right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Bilbao when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Guggenheim followed by Bilbao BBK Live and El gran Árbol y el Ojo (Museo Guggenheim).
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Bilbao, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Arévalo is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without seeing Plaza de la Constitución, Iglesia San Martin and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo.
