Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Bilbao and Santander are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BIO to SDR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between BIO and SDR:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Valencia Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Santander Airport (SDR)
R 981 is the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,109. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BIO to SDR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BIO to SDR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that depart BIO land on time.
To get to Bilbao Airport from central Bilbao, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BIO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Santander Airport (SDR)
Book a hotel near SDR if you're taking a late Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Santander Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Click and Rent, Goldcar or OK Mobility and find adventure across Santander and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Santander Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
Santander Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Santander. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Santander Airport (SDR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Santander in April.
Lock in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Santander Airport for August if you'd like to explore Santander during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to SDR in February. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Santander. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you want to check out another side of Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Santander. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among its highlights.