Flying from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Rotterdam and Bilbao follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your RTM to BIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RTM and BIO include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
Valencia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is R 1,766. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,981. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RTM to BIO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Finding cheap flights from RTM to BIO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
When it comes to Rotterdam The Hague Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Rotterdam The Hague Airport from central Rotterdam, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to RTM:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Reserve a hotel near BIO if you're on a late Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and explore beyond Bilbao's main sights.
Booking your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Bilbao in January.
Before locking in your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bilbao Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RTM to BIO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.