Which airlines fly to Bilbao?

Qatar Airways is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to Bilbao. Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and Air France are also popular choices when flying to Bilbao from South Africa. Most major airlines flying from South Africa to Bilbao will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

KLM Flights to Bilbao

The most popular airline for flights to Bilbao on momondo is KLM, which operates 21 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Amsterdam Schiphol, with the best deal for KLM flights to Bilbao being R10 490 (return, Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bilbao, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 1 406 KLM reviews, it is rated 7,7 by momondo users.

Air France Flights to Bilbao

R10 720 is the best return Air France deal to Bilbao found on momondo in the last few days. The deal departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Air France has 9 flights to Bilbao most weeks, with prices varying by availability. 1 481 momondo users have reviewed Air France, scoring the airline a 7,4/10 on average.

How long does it take to fly to Bilbao?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into Bilbao, then you can expect flight times to average 17h 31m and 18h 15m, respectively.

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16:40 - 17:20CPT-BIO

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Cape TownBilbao

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Cape TownBilbao

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Fri 6/2

10:40-12:00

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Cape TownBilbao

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Cape Town Intl

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Bilbao

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Cape TownBilbao

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Cape Town Intl

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2 stops27h 25m

Bilbao

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Cape TownBilbao

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Cape Town Intl

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14:35-11:55

2 stops21h 20m

Bilbao

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2 stops20h 55m

R14 338

Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

13:00-16:55

2 stops27h 55m

Bilbao

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Cape TownBilbao

CPT - BIO

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

13:00-16:55

2 stops27h 55m

Bilbao

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2 stops43h 20m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Bilbao?

The cheapest month to fly to Bilbao from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 706, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Bilbao in February, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 154.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Bilbao?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Bilbao. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R11 234. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Bilbao for around R17 552.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Bilbao?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Bilbao is in the evening. Flights from South Africa to Bilbao during this time can be as low as R13 633. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R16 260. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BILBAO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	26% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bilbao costs on average just R10 706 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BILBAO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	22% more expensive	It costs about R17 505 for flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BILBAO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	May	1 000% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May than any other month

Cheap Bilbao flight deals and tips

Summary info about Bilbao flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R6 971
Best Round-Trip Price	R11 825
Fastest flight time	22h 00m
Popular in	March

The best one-way flight price to Bilbao from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 971 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bilbao).

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The best round-trip flight price to Bilbao from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 825 (Cape Town Intl to Bilbao).

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The fastest flight to Bilbao from South Africa takes 22h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bilbao).

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March has the highest demand for flights to Bilbao, with a 21% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Bilbao

Is there an alternative airport near Bilbao?

Those flying to Bilbao could potentially find better pricing at Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (45 km from Bilbao city centre), Santander Airport (74 km from Bilbao city centre), San Sebastián Airport (93 km from Bilbao city centre), Logroño Agoncillo Airport (103 km from Bilbao city centre) or Burgos Airport (115 km from Bilbao city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Bilbao Airport?

Prices for flights to Bilbao Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Bilbao Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights to Bilbao Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Bilbao Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Bilbao Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bilbao Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Bilbao Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Bilbao Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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