Traveling from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport takes on average 3 hours 45 minutes. The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, making it 1 hour behind Santorini (Thira).
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between JTR and BIO include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Spain. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from JTR to BIO, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
C$116 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport. A return flight starts from C$396. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap flight tickets from JTR to BIO, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of the departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from JTR to BIO every day.
Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Central Santorini (Thira) to Santorini International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Got an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to JTR:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Book a hotel near BIO if you're on a late flight from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 29 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bilbao. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Santorini International Airport to Bilbao Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from JTR to BIO around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bilbao
Once you've locked in your flights from JTR to BIO, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Bilbao. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
Etxebarria Parkea and Puente de La Salve are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Bilbao itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Bilbao Fine Arts Museum.
Complete your Bilbao trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Bilbao Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Bilbao trip.