Flying from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know
Hamburg is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport (BIO) leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
2 hours 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Hamburg to Bilbao Airport flight.
Bilbao (where Bilbao Airport is located) and Hamburg share the UTC+1 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Hamburg to BIO.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can jump on a direct flight from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport (BIO) departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Vueling is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport jetting out of HAM.
Vueling is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from HAM to BIO.
With an impressive 85.71% of services arriving as planned, Vueling is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
HAM is about 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% arrive on time at their destination.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Hamburg to BIO flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Luebeck-Blankensee Airport:
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you have a late flight from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BIO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and chase adventure across Bilbao and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Hamburg to Bilbao Airport flight.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao is around 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, ج.م. 3,315 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 7,319. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Hamburg to BIO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Hamburg to Bilbao Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
February is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport (BIO), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Bilbao based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Hamburg to BIO flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 13ºC.
More about Bilbao
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Bilbao Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bilbao:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Bilbao when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Guggenheim followed by Bilbao BBK Live and El gran Árbol y el Ojo (Museo Guggenheim).
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Arévalo is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Plaza de la Constitución, Iglesia San Martin and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo.
