What percentage of London to Bilbao flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 28.9% of flights from London to Bilbao were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop. These statistics reflect flight patterns observed over a three-month period.

How long does it take to fly from London to Bilbao?

The direct flight from London to Bilbao typically takes approximately 2 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 896 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 35 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes compared to those involving a layover. These durations represent typical travel times for this route.

How often do cheap flights from London to Bilbao come up?

Historically, cheap flights from London to Bilbao have been classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers can regularly find favorable prices for this route. The consistent availability of deals is a characteristic observed over a 30-day period. This route is considered to offer good value with regularity.

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October 5 - October 20

Cheapest

Earliest

LGW - Bilbao

£87

£32

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December 1 - December 6

Cheapest

Best

LGW - Bilbao

£114

£32

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October 11 - October 18

LGW - Bilbao

£101

£33

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October 7 - October 20

LGW - Bilbao

£88

£34

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October 10 - October 14

LGW - Bilbao

£106

£34

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December 5 - December 9

Best

LGW - Bilbao

£117

£34

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October 14 - October 18

LGW - Bilbao

£106

£35

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October 5 - October 13

Earliest

LGW - Bilbao

£94

£35

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October 7 - October 18

LGW - Bilbao

£89

£35

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October 6 - October 18

LGW - Bilbao

£88

£35

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London to Bilbao: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Bilbao

When planning cheap flights from London to Bilbao, you'll find that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $36. Other cost-effective options include October, where the median fare is $40, and November, with a median of $53. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares for flights from London to Bilbao typically range from $125 to $369, with a median price of $253. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal is possible if you monitor prices.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 28.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that if you fly from London to Bilbao, you should expect to make at least one connection on most journeys.

A typical journey from London to Bilbao takes about 2h 0m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries. For non-stop flights, the median flight time is 2h 0m, while connecting flights have a significantly longer median duration of 13h 3m.

The distance between London and Bilbao is approximately 896 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively short journey. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it easier to find suitable flight options.

How much is a round trip from London to Bilbao

Regular price: £75 - £222

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

The regular price range for flights from London to Bilbao is typically between 75 GBP and 222 GBP. Currently, the lowest deal is 32 GBP with Vueling Airlines, for travel from Oct 7-Oct 12.

now £32

Low £75

High £222

The cheapest time to fly from London to Bilbao

The cheapest month to fly from London to Bilbao is January, with a median price of 36 USD. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of 301 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from £36

May

Most Expensive

Flights from £301

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Direct flights from London to Bilbao

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Last-minute flights going from London to Bilbao

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Bilbao

London (LHR) - Bilbao (BIO)

£293

£104

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LTN - Bilbao

London (LTN) - Bilbao (BIO)

Jet2.com

£227

£57

One-way

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Bilbao

London (LGW) - Bilbao (BIO)

Vueling Airlines

£129

£37

One-way

Sat, Jul 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Bilbao

London (LGW) - Bilbao (BIO)

Vueling Airlines

£135

£38

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Bilbao

London (LHR) - Bilbao (BIO)

£256

£93

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Bilbao

London (LHR) - Bilbao (BIO)

£244

£127

One-way

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

1 night

Jul 30 - Jul 31

£423 → £86

80%

2 nights

Jul 21 - Jul 23

£323 → £95

71%

3 nights

Jul 20 - Jul 23

£323 → £115

64%

1 night

Dec 6 - Dec 7

£252 → £71

72%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Bilbao

London - Bilbao route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Bilbao are below the typical level at $253.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Bilbao, with a median price of $36.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 0m

Direct flights from London to Bilbao typically take 2h 0m, while connecting flights average 13h 3m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

28.9% of recent fares are for direct flights

28.9% of recent fares from London to Bilbao are for direct flights, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vueling Airlines offers direct flights

Vueling Airlines has offered direct flights from London to Bilbao recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from London to Bilbao are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers a convenient option for flights to Bilbao, often with competitive pricing.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£32

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow provides a major hub for flights to Bilbao, with many connections available.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£45

London City (LCY)

London City is a good choice for direct access to Bilbao from central London.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£144

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend offers an alternative departure point for travel to Bilbao.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£83

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted is a viable option for flights to Bilbao, often with various carriers.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£70

Luton (LTN)

Luton provides another choice for flights to Bilbao, potentially offering good value.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£34

Bilbao main airports to arrive at

Bilbao (BIO)

Cheapest

Bilbao Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from London to Bilbao.

📍 ~5 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£32

Airports nearby Bilbao used as alternative

Santander (SDR)

Cheapest

Santander is a reliable alternative for domestic and European flights, with a strong presence of low-cost carriers.

📍 ~100 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£34

Vitoria (VIT)

Vitoria is geographically the closest airport to Bilbao, offering easy access via the AP-68 motorway.

📍 ~60 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£74

San Sebastián (EAS)

San Sebastián is close within the Basque Country and good for domestic connections to Madrid and Barcelona.

📍 ~100 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£84

Biarritz Pays Basque (BIQ)

Biarritz Pays Basque provides access to the French domestic network and different European low-cost routes.

📍 ~150 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£37

Pamplona (PNA)

Pamplona is a reasonable driving distance and an alternative for domestic Spanish flights if BIO is unavailable.

📍 ~160 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£101

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bilbao

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Bilbao has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $215. Prices typically increase significantly for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $404. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance saw an average price of $232, while 14-27 days out averaged $227.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Bilbao was considered to be $125 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $253. Travelers could expect to pay around $369 for flights on the higher end of the price spectrum. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, January has been the most economical month to fly from London to Bilbao, with a median price of $36. October also offered competitive prices, with a median of $40. November, while also being one of the cheaper months with a median of $53, was also identified as the most expensive month based on the annual median of $253. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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