Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport.
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Each week, there are seven London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. To jet off early, opt for the 15:30 Vueling flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 15:30 with Vueling.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LHR to BIO flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Vueling offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Bilbao — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Vueling.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to BIO flights, with 78.69% of its services arriving as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LHR and BIO:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels International Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
R 630 is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 976. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from LHR to BIO, book your journey four months ahead of your planned departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Landing cheap flights from LHR to BIO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider staying in a hotel near BIO if you're catching a late London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and chase adventure across Bilbao and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to BIO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.