Travelling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Stockholm.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ARN to BIO flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ARN and BIO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Copenhagen Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is R 943. A return ticket right now is R 1,830. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ARN to BIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ARN to BIO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Of the departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Stockholm Arlanda Airport from central Stockholm, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ARN:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're arriving on a late Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near BIO:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bilbao and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bilbao Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Bilbao. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Bilbao in January.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ARN to BIO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among the biggest draws.
