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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bilbao to Manchester:

• Earliest: departs at 10:05 and lands at 12:10
• Latest: departs at 15:50 and lands at 17:55.

The flight takes about 2h 05m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Bilbao to Manchester.

A direct flight from Bilbao to Manchester takes 2h 05m, covering 695 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Bilbao to Manchester range from £111 to £203, with an average of £146 over the past 12 months. Anything below £111 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 52% above the £146 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £136 return, compared with £149 via a stopover through Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £39–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet and Vueling. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

One-way fares from Bilbao to Manchester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £31, which is 67% below the typical average for this route.

Manchester Airport (MAN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £6 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• DRIVALIA
• Ace
• Alamo

Flights from Bilbao to Manchester usually depart from Bilbao (BIO) and arrive at Manchester (MAN).

One-stop flights from Bilbao to Manchester most commonly connect through:

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 53% of one-stop connections
• Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 7% of one-stop connections
• Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Bilbao to Manchester. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £117 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £199, a difference of £81.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Only easyJet operates flights between Bilbao and Manchester.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 45m, compared to 5h 52m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 5h 56m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

Manchester is 1 hour behind Bilbao (British Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Manchester are Etihad Stadium, Heaton Park, and Manchester Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Manchester on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Bilbao to Manchester flights:

• easyJet: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

At Bilbao Airport, you can withdraw money from cashpoints if you are in need. There are also restaurants from which you can grab a bite; your children can enjoy a burger from Burger King before you board. A large shopping area is also available to shop for duty-free goods. In the baggage reclaim area, you will find a lost property office. Luggage trolleys are available, too.

The airport offers free attention and assistance to all the passengers who require aid. It is advisable to communicate through your airline, agent or tour operator at least 48h in advance, so your entire trip is pre-prepared for when you arrive at the airport. The whole airport is fully accessible to passengers with limited mobility.

If you had a late flight to Manchester and you do not want the hassle of going into the city centre right away, you could stay at Clayton hotel. The hotel is about a 15min walk away from the terminal. Radisson Blu Hotel is also under 10min on foot from the terminal. Manchester Airport Marriott Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport and Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport are also good choices close to the terminal.

You can find baby-changing facilities across all the terminals at the airport. They are either inside or near the ladies' washrooms. The changing rooms have chairs to make breastfeeding easier. The airport also promotes breastfeeding on the site. The restaurants at the terminals also have food warming facilities. You can use the free fast lane available at the security line if you have a child in a pushchair.