Which airports can I use when flying from Cardiff to Bilbao?

Flights from Cardiff to Bilbao usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Bilbao (BIO).

Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff to Bilbao?

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.

Have flight prices from Cardiff to Bilbao changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £146 to £568. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Bilbao?

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

Which car hire options are available at Bilbao Airport (BIO)?

Bilbao Airport (BIO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £24 for economy cars. Top options include: • Record go • Goldcar Rental SP • CLICK RENT • Centauro • Rentbycar

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Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

08:35 - 16:55CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

31h 20m2 stops Dublin London Stansted

06:45 - 07:30BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

25h 45m1 stop Alicante

£146Multiple Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

08:35 - 18:40CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

33h 05m2 stops Dublin Bergamo Orio Al Serio

06:45 - 07:30BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

25h 45m1 stop Alicante

£153Multiple Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

09:00 - 22:50CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

12h 50m1 stop Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

22:55 - 07:30BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

9h 35m1 stop Alicante

£169Multiple Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

09:00 - 22:50CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

12h 50m1 stop Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

22:55 - 07:30BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

9h 35m1 stop Alicante

£173Multiple Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

10:50 - 11:20CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

23h 30m1 stop Granadilla Tenerife-Sur

13:10 - 15:40BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

51h 30m2 stops Marrakech Menara Dublin

£179Multiple Airlines

Mon, 21 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

08:35 - 09:00CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

23h 25m2 stops Dublin Alicante

22:55 - 10:10BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

12h 15m1 stop Alicante

£196Multiple Airlines

Wed, 23 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec

21:40 - 22:35CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

23h 55m2 stops Dublin London Gatwick

23:00 - 17:05BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

19h 05m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Alicante

£213Multiple Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

10:50 - 11:20CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

23h 30m1 stop Granadilla Tenerife-Sur

15:50 - 18:55BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

28h 05m1 stop Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

£220Multiple Airlines

Sun, 6 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec

09:05 - 08:20CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

22h 15m3 stops Alicante Catania Fontanarossa Barcelona-El Prat

08:55 - 18:55BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

11h 00m1 stop Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

£222Multiple Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

08:35 - 10:00CWL Cardiff Wales-BIO Bilbao

24h 25m2 stops Dublin Manchester

08:30 - 07:50BIO Bilbao-CWL Cardiff Wales

24h 20m3 stops Madrid Barajas Venice Marco Polo Dublin

£228Multiple Airlines

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Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff to Bilbao?
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.
Have flight prices from Cardiff to Bilbao changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £146 to £568. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Bilbao Airport (BIO)?
Bilbao Airport (BIO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £24 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• CLICK RENT
• Centauro
• Rentbycar
Which airports can I use when flying from Cardiff to Bilbao?
Flights from Cardiff to Bilbao usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Bilbao (BIO).
What is the time difference between Cardiff and Bilbao?
Bilbao is 1 hour ahead of Cardiff (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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