Flying from Tampa to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to Bilbao Airport (BIO) taking off from here.
Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Tampa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tampa to BIO, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Bilbao Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
78.59% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can reach PIE from central Tampa in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 29 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Tampa to BIO flight? Kick back in a hotel near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
77.01% of flights departing St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Reserve a hotel close to BIO if you have a late flight from Tampa to Bilbao Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and discover Bilbao and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Tampa to Bilbao Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Bilbao. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
R 5,299 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Bilbao Airport. A return flight starts at R 10,252. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Tampa to BIO, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Bilbao. July is when most people book flights from Tampa to Bilbao Airport (BIO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Tampa 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 25ºC (77ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Bilbao Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bilbao
Start your Bilbao trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tampa to Bilbao Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little 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
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Arévalo is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without seeing Plaza de la Constitución, Iglesia San Martin and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo.
