Bilbao BIO
Weekend breaks and city trips both start at Bilbao Airport (BIO), which sits a short ride from the city and handles flights to Ibiza, Milan, London and Madrid. Cheap flights from Bilbao depend on timing, airline choice and how much luggage you carry. Turin, Valencia, Malaga and Venice also appear among the popular routes, so the mix suits weekend breaks and city trips alike. Check whether your fare includes a cabin bag or seat selection before you compare total cost.
Bilbao at a glance
- Passengers per year
- 7.1 M (2025)
- Elevation
- 41 m
- Opened
- 1955
- Official website
- aena.es
- Population of Bilbao
- 351 k (2025)
Country facts: Wikidata
Getting to the city
Bilbao Airport (BIO) sits outside the city, so the transfer is part of the journey rather than a quick hop. Allow extra time for traffic and for the last service of the day, and keep your boarding pass and luggage to hand. Avoid booking a tight connection between landing and a fixed appointment in the city. Check the departure point for your chosen transfer before you travel.