Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is four hours behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your BIO to Rio De Janeiro flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from BIO to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
BIO is around 5 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near BIO. Whether you have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Bilbao Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that depart BIO arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Rio De Janeiro
R 6,945 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 12,886. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from BIO to Rio De Janeiro, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BIO to Rio De Janeiro by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Rio De Janeiro's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BIO to Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio De Janeiro is around 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SDU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BIO to Rio De Janeiro flight:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Santos Dumont Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your BIO to Rio De Janeiro flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Pick up a Jacarepagua-Roberto Marinho Airport rental car and enjoy travelling in your own private, air-conditioned space. Whether you're searching for an economy or an intermediate SUV, Localiza will help you find your perfect set of wheels.
If you'd like a certain model or make, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
Before you book your flights from Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Rio De Janeiro offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Bilbao Airport to Rio De Janeiro, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Rio De Janeiro travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Copacabana Beach.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its leading sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are the start of reasons to visit.