Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to BIO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and BIO:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Barcelona Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is Rs90,926. A return plane ticket right now is Rs162,778. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to BIO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to BIO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to BIO if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and discover more of Bilbao and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Bilbao. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you want to explore Bilbao during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to BIO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced 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 favourite stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.