Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Valencia Airport (VLC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport.
Valencia's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Each week, there are 28 Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, take the 06:45 Volotea flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:50 with Vueling.
Your BIO to VLC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Valencia adventure, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Spain:
Iberia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With an impressive 83.64% of services landing on schedule, Iberia has the best on-time record for BIO to VLC flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BIO and VLC include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Ibiza Airport
Seville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Valencia Airport (VLC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport flight is C$29. A return plane ticket is currently C$48. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from BIO to VLC by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BIO land at their destination as scheduled 82.76% of the time.
To reach Bilbao Airport from central Bilbao, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BIO:
Arriving at Valencia Airport (VLC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VLC instead:
Pick up a Valencia Airport rental car and explore Valencia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Click and Rent are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Valencia Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport to the centre of Valencia has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Valencia Airport (VLC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Valencia in January.
When booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Valencia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Valencia, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BIO to VLC in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Valencia, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres north to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 483 kilometres west of Valencia. No trip is complete without visiting Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.