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September 8 - September 21

Cheapest

BIO - Zürich

$201

$108

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September 8 - September 16

BIO - Zürich

$213

$109

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September 8 - September 14

BIO - Zürich

$221

$114

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September 1 - September 21

BIO - Zürich

$194

$114

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September 1 - September 16

BIO - Zürich

$197

$115

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August 25 - September 21

Earliest

BIO - Zürich

$223

$116

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September 17 - September 21

Best

BIO - Zürich

$228

$117

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August 25 - September 16

Earliest

BIO - Zürich

$226

$117

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September 16 - September 21

BIO - Zürich

$225

$121

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September 15 - September 21

BIO - Zürich

$221

$124

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Insights for flights from Bilbao to Zürich

Most itineraries for flights from Bilbao to Zürich connect at least once, with only 5.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This indicates that travelers should expect to factor in at least one stop when planning their journey between these two cities.

A typical journey from Bilbao to Zürich takes about 7h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making the total travel time longer than a direct flight would be. When planning your trip, it is useful to consider this overall journey length.

For those seeking cheap flights from Bilbao to Zürich, prices typically range from $123–$203, with a median fare of $157. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 24% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that competitive deals are available if you monitor the market.

The cheapest time to fly from Bilbao to Zürich is typically in December, with a median fare of just $78. Following closely, November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $85. February is another affordable option, showing a median fare of $86, making these months ideal for finding lower-cost travel options.

How much is a round trip from Bilbao to Zürich

Regular price: $167 - $329

Prices for flights from Bilbao to Zürich are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $167 and $329. The current lowest deal is $108 with Vueling Airlines, for travel from Sep 8 to Sep 21.

now $108

Low $167

High $329

The cheapest time to fly from Bilbao to Zürich

The cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to Zurich is December, with a median price of $78. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $520. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $78

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $520

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Direct flights from Bilbao to Zürich

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Bilbao to Zürich

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BIO - Zürich

Bilbao (BIO) - Zürich (ZRH)

Vueling Airlines

$289

$142

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BIO - Zürich

Bilbao (BIO) - Zürich (ZRH)

Air Europa

$275

$194

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BIO - Zürich

Bilbao (BIO) - Zürich (ZRH)

Air Europa

$318

$218

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BIO - Zürich

Bilbao (BIO) - Zürich (ZRH)

Air Europa

$323

$238

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

BIO - Zürich

Bilbao (BIO) - Zürich (ZRH)

Vueling Airlines

$318

$206

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BIO - Zürich

Bilbao (BIO) - Zürich (ZRH)

Vueling Airlines

$316

$174

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Bilbao to Zürich

2 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 24

$322 → $174

46%

5 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 23

$289 → $142

51%

4 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 24

$316 → $174

45%

1 night

Jun 22 - Jun 23

$322 → $197

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Bilbao to Zürich

Bilbao - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Bilbao to Zürich are near the typical level, with a median price of $157.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to Zürich is December, with a median price of $78.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 30m

Flights from Bilbao to Zürich typically involve connections, with a median duration of 7h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 5.8% of recent deals are direct, making connecting flights dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines is an option for direct flights on the Bilbao to Zürich route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Bilbao to Zürich appear frequently, about 0.63 deals per day.

Bilbao main airports to depart from

Bilbao (BIO)

Cheapest

Bilbao Airport is a convenient option for flights to Zürich, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~9 km from Bilbao (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$108

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is ideal for reaching Zürich, offering a convenient arrival point for your journey.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$108

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a major international alternative with excellent rail connectivity to Zurich.

📍 ~70 km from Zurich (reachable by train, then bus)

💸 Flights from ~$82

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart Airport offers a broad network and reliable rail connections as a German international alternative.

📍 ~160 km from Zurich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$110

Memmingen (FMM)

Memmingen Airport is a primary low-cost alternative, often significantly cheaper for Eastern European destinations.

📍 ~160 km from Zurich (limited public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$152

Milan–Malpensa (MXP)

Cheapest

Milan–Malpensa is a major intercontinental hub with extensive long-haul options and direct train connections.

📍 ~200 km from Zurich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$42

Geneva (GVA)

Geneva Airport is Switzerland's second largest, offering high flight frequency and direct rail links.

📍 ~230 km from Zurich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$79

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zürich

43% AI deal score

$1,074

From BIO

Elite

Jun 18

Zürich, Switzerland

40% AI deal score

$1,286

From BIO

Elite

Jun 19

Zürich, Switzerland

39% AI deal score

$1,729

From BIO

Elite

Jun 19

Zürich, Switzerland

38% AI deal score

$1,795

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the best time to book flights from Bilbao to Zürich is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $150. Booking within 14-27 days of departure typically sees an average price of $160. For travelers booking at the last minute, within 0-6 days of departure, the average price rises to $233. This suggests that planning ahead can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Bilbao to Zürich is considered to be $123 or less. The median price for this route was $157. Fares at the 75th percentile were around $203, indicating that prices can vary significantly. Aiming for a fare around $123 or below would typically secure a competitive deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Bilbao to Zürich are December, with a median price of $78, and November, with a median price of $85. February also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $86. The annual median price for this route is $157, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

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