Travelling from Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know
Paris has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO) flying out of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The average duration of a direct Paris to Bilbao Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Paris and Bilbao (where Bilbao Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bilbao Airport (BIO). You can choose from 17 direct services every week.
To ensure you get on your flight from Paris to BIO, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can take a direct flight from Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO) out of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
You can book a direct flight from Paris to Bilbao Airport with Air France. This popular carrier operates services from CDG.
Air France is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from CDG to BIO.
Among carriers on this route, Air France leads the way for on-time arrivals.
CDG is about 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Paris to Bilbao Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can book a direct Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO) plane ticket with departures from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Figure out if flying from ORY works better for your plans.
From ORY, direct flights from Paris to BIO are available with Vueling.
On the ORY to BIO route, Vuelings is the preferred choice of many.
Fly with Vuelings for the most punctual service. Its flights between Paris Orly Airport and Bilbao Airport arrive as scheduled 96.83% of the time.
ORY is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to BIO flight:
Paris Orly Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Book a plane ticket from Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO) out of Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BVA and BIO include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
The trip to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Paris to Bilbao Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from BVA reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
The address of Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Bilbao Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Paris to Bilbao Airport flight.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, central Bilbao is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Bilbao Airport is R 707. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,208. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Paris to BIO, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
January is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Bilbao Airport (BIO), while May is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Bilbao based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Paris to BIO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Paris to Bilbao Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Bilbao
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bilbao right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Paris to Bilbao Airport:
Guggenheim and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Bilbao itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Bilboko Donejakue katedrala.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres southeast of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Arévalo is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 290 kilometres southwest of Bilbao. No journey is complete without a visit to Iglesia San Martin, Plaza de la Constitución and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo.
