Travelling from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport (BIO). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.
Approximately 2 hours 11 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport.
Bilbao (where Bilbao Airport is located) and Frankfurt share the UTC+1 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
With 26 direct flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 10:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from FRA to BIO is with Lufthansa at 20:40.
To ensure you catch your flight from Frankfurt to BIO, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Take off and land with no stops from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport (BIO) operate from here.
Lufthansa is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport jetting out of FRA.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Frankfurt to BIO leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
FRA is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport (BIO).
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to BIO can be booked with Lufthansa.
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and BIO are:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours and 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to BIO:
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Bilbao. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport from C$66 or travel return from just C$135. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Score flight tickets from Frankfurt to BIO by booking 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport by travelling in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Bilbao. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt to BIO, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 13ºC.
More about Bilbao
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bilbao right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Etxebarria Parkea, Puente de La Salve and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Bilbao.
Complete your Bilbao trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Bilbao Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Bilbao. Browse the deals and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.