Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bilbao five hours ahead of Durham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to BIO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd love to explore another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport is a well-known stop between RDU and BIO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is R 4,345. A return plane ticket right now is R 9,920. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to BIO, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of RDU.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RDU? If you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to BIO if you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar to explore Bilbao and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Bilbao. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bilbao in January.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Bilbao Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to BIO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Bilbao, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
