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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Cologne to Bilbao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Bilbao.C$214 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 27, returning Mon, Sep 29.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Sat, Sep 27, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Bilbao on Mon, Sep 29, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$214, select.
Bilbao.C$228 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 20, returning Tue, Oct 28.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Cologne on Mon, Oct 20, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Bilbao on Tue, Oct 28, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$228, select.
Bilbao.C$246 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 3, returning Thu, Nov 6.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Bilbao on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$246, select.
Bilbao.C$248 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 30, returning Fri, Jul 4.Round-trip flight with Condor and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departing from Cologne on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Bilbao on Fri, Jul 4, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$248, select.
Bilbao.C$251 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 2, returning Wed, Jul 16.Round-trip flight with Eurowings and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departing from Cologne on Wed, Jul 2, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Bilbao on Wed, Jul 16, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$251, select.
Bilbao.C$264 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 19, returning Tue, Aug 26.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Tue, Aug 19, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Bilbao on Tue, Aug 26, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$264, select.
Bilbao.C$275 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 30, returning Mon, Oct 6.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Bilbao on Mon, Oct 6, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$275, select.
Bilbao.C$284 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 29, returning Mon, Jun 30.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departing from Bilbao on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$284, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Bilbao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from C$285
Jul
from C$252
Aug
from C$265
Sep
from C$215
Oct
from C$229
Nov
from C$247
Dec
from C$409
Jan
from C$347
Feb
from C$292
Mar
from C$325
Apr
from C$362
May
from C$415

Cologne to Bilbao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

Cologne to Bilbao: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$214
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cologne to Bilbao is C$215. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cologne to Bilbao. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$215.
There are no flights flying from Cologne to Bilbao, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Bilbao is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Bilbao Airport on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cologne Airport and Bilbao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bilbao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bilbao.

Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know

  • Cologne and Bilbao are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Your CGN to BIO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CGN and BIO:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport

    • Porto Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • At the moment, C$90 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$214. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from CGN to BIO, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from CGN to BIO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • Of all flights leaving Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near CGN? If you've booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:

  • Follow your own route with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and see more of Bilbao and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao

  • From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bilbao Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CGN to BIO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Spain

  • Bilbao has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.

  • Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.

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