Flying from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Ottawa. Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao.
To ensure you get on your flight from Ottawa to BIO, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
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 Ottawa to Bilbao Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and venture far and wide through Bilbao and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Bilbao Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, central Bilbao is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
R 7,304 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport. A return flight starts at R 10,197. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Ottawa to BIO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Cheap Ottawa to Bilbao Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Bilbao. June is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport (BIO), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Ottawa to BIO plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bilbao to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Bilbao
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Bilbao Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bilbao:
You'll find loads of things to do in Bilbao when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Guggenheim followed by "El gran Árbol y el Ojo" (Museo Guggenheim) and Casco Viejo.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres southeast of Bilbao, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 290 kilometres southwest of Bilbao, Arévalo is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Iglesia San Martin, Plaza de la Constitución and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo.
