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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Bilbao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bilbao.R 3,128 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,128, select.
Bilbao.R 3,234 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,234, select.
Bilbao.R 3,302 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,302, select.
Bilbao.R 3,672 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,672, select.
Bilbao.R 3,797 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,797, select.
Bilbao.R 4,171 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Iberia For Level.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia For Level, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,171, select.
Bilbao.R 5,215 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,215, select.
Bilbao.R 5,781 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,781, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Direct flights from New York to Bilbao

New York to Bilbao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

New York to Bilbao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,128
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time7 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from New York to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Bilbao is R 6,735. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Bilbao.
United and Lufthansa fly direct from New York to Bilbao.
As of July 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from New York to Bilbao.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Bilbao is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Bilbao Airport on Tuesday, 23 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bilbao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from New York to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know

  • You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from New York to Bilbao Airport (BIO). Check out your options for heading out from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York. Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from New York to BIO. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to BIO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from New York to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Consider beginning your travels from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Bilbao Airport (BIO) plane ticket with departures from this hub.

  • United Airlines offers direct flights from New York to BIO out of EWR. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.

  • United Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from EWR to BIO.

  • Split up your flight from New York to Bilbao Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and BIO include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to BIO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.

  • The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.

  • Make catching an early New York to Bilbao Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.

  • LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • Have a late flight from New York to Bilbao Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near BIO and fast-forward to bedtime:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and explore beyond Bilbao's main sights.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your New York to Bilbao Airport flight.

Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao

  • The centre of Bilbao is roughly 5 kilometres from Bilbao Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.

  • It'll take around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • Currently, R 3,128 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Bilbao Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,735. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flights from New York to BIO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap New York to Bilbao Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from New York to BIO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from New York to Bilbao Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Bilbao Airport (BIO). Plan your visit to Bilbao in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your New York to BIO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Look for cheap tickets from New York to Bilbao Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Bilbao

  • After booking your flight from New York to Bilbao Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bilbao:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Guggenheim, Bilbao BBK Live and El gran Árbol y el Ojo (Museo Guggenheim) are must-do's during your Bilbao adventure.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've seen Bilbao, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to tick off its leading attractions. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 290 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Arévalo is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plaza de la Constitución, Iglesia San Martin and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo.

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