Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bilbao five hours ahead of New York.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your EWR to BIO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between EWR and BIO include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Currently, C$336 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$522. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from EWR to BIO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EWR to BIO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred 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 Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Newark Liberty International Airport, data shows 73.3% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Newark Liberty International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to EWR? If you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BIO if you're catching a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar to explore Bilbao and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Bilbao. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bilbao. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you want to explore Bilbao during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EWR to BIO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Bilbao, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey about 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.