Flying from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport (BIO), there's a selection of airports you can jet off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are among Washington DC's main terminals.
Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Washington DC to BIO.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport, check out these options when heading out from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Washington DC to BIO, chill out in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BIO:
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 centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
C$467 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport. Return flights start from C$830. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Washington DC to BIO. You're more likely to bag a bargain and enjoy more options for departure times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bilbao. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Bilbao. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Washington DC to BIO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 13ºC.
More about Bilbao
Start your Bilbao trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Bilbao Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Etxebarria Parkea, Puente de La Salve and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum are highlights which should feature on any good Bilbao itinerary.
Complete your Bilbao trip with a car rental
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