Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Porto.
Flights from OPO to BIO start from 15:35 — the first with Vueling. The last departure is at 20:55 with Volotea. In total, you can take your pick of six weekly Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport flights.
Your OPO to BIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Volotea has direct flights from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bilbao — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Volotea on this route.
Vueling ranks as the top on-time carrier for OPO to BIO flights, with 86.36% of services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between OPO and BIO:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Valencia Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is R 371. A return fare right now is R 735. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from OPO to BIO.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OPO to BIO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
Of all flights leaving Porto Airport, 74.49% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Porto Airport from central Porto, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to OPO? If you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Explore without limits with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and see more of Bilbao and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Bilbao. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bilbao. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Porto Airport to Bilbao Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OPO to BIO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Bilbao, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 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 key highlights.