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

• Earliest: departs at 09:20 and lands at 11:20
• Latest: departs at 19:45 and lands at 21:45.

The flight takes about 2h.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from London to Bilbao:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class

A direct flight from London to Bilbao takes 2h, covering 581 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 London to Bilbao range from £76 to £170, with an average of £114 over the past 12 months. Anything below £76 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the £114 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £103 return via Ibiza (IBZ), compared with £114 for direct.

Vueling is the only airline operating London to Bilbao flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £13–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London to Bilbao flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, Morning flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from London to Bilbao are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £41, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

Bilbao Airport (BIO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £24 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• CLICK RENT
• Rentbycar
• Centauro

Flights from London to Bilbao may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Bilbao (BIO).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Bilbao route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 53m.

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

• Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 41% of one-stop connections
• Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from London to Bilbao. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £89 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £130, a difference of £40.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between London and Bilbao. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Vueling
• Wizz Air

Flying via Geneva Geneve-Cointrin (GVA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 29m, compared to 4h 45m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 4h 53m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU).

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

Among airlines operating London to Bilbao flights:

• Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; 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:

• Vueling: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: 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.

Yes, you can pre-book long-stay parking online at London Stansted Airport (STN) and charges come to around £10–12 per day for a week’s stay. The parking area is clearly signposted and around a 15min free transfer bus ride from the airport terminal.

Unfortunately, there are no dedicated baggage storage facilities at Bilbao Airport (BIO). However, you can pre-book online baggage storage facilities that are located in various areas of the city.

From Bilbao Airport (BIO) you can catch an inner-city bus from the airport bus stops situated outside the departures and arrivals gates. The Bizkaibus Line A3247 service travels between the airport and the city and costs around €3 (£2.50) for a single ticket. Alternatively, the Bilbao Airport taxi service costs between around €24 and €29 (£20–25) to get to the city centre.

From London Stansted Airport (STN) you can fly directly to Bilbao Airport (BIO) with Ryanair. Airlines such as British Airways, easyJet, and Vueling operate a similar service from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

To get to the car hire centre at Bilbao Airport (BIO), follow these instructions: upon arrival, after collecting your luggage, proceed to the main terminal building. Exit the terminal and head towards the P1 parking area. The car hire centre is located in this area. Follow the signs or enquire at the airport Information Desk for further assistance.

Single stopover flights are some of the most affordable flights on this route. KLM operates single stopover flights from London Heathrow (LHR) with a stop in Amsterdam en route, and Iberia offers flights from London Gatwick (LGW) with a single stopover in Madrid. Vueling has single stopover flights from Gatwick that stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) along the way.

If you're looking to lower your Co2 emissions on these flights, one of the best options is a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bilbao with easyJet. This flight offers up to 49% fewer emissions than other flights. The average amount of Co2 emitted on these flights is almost 400 kg.

If you're keen on flying with British Airways, the airline offers flights from London Gatwick and London Heathrow (LHR). There are direct flights from both airports and flights with a single stopover at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD). Flight times vary depending on the length of the stopover.