Are there direct flights from Zürich to Bilbao?

Direct flights from Zürich to Bilbao are less common, historically making up about 5.4% of all flights on this route across the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, the typical number of stops is one. Travelers should consider these factors when planning their journey.

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

A direct flight from Zürich to Bilbao typically takes 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 1006 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 7 hours and 10 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

Are non-stop flights from Zürich to Bilbao worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Zürich to Bilbao tend to be more expensive, with a median price of $309. This represents a premium of 61% compared to connecting flights, which have a median price of $192. Non-stop options account for approximately 7.5% of all available flights on this route across the trailing 90 days.

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Zürich to Bilbao: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Bilbao

A typical journey from Zürich to Bilbao takes about 8h 10m, including connections. This duration reflects a route where most itineraries involve at least one stopover, given that only a small fraction of recent fares are for direct flights. Travelers should account for this when planning their trip, as connecting flights significantly extend overall travel time compared to non-stop options.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Zürich to Bilbao, prices typically range from $156 to $263, with a median fare of $213. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. However, a substantial 83% of recent fares were still classified as a good price, suggesting that deals can still be found despite the current pricing trend. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for savings.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Bilbao? The data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $140. Other cost-effective months include October, with a median price of $183, and June, where the median fare is $185. These months offer better value compared to the overall median, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries for flights from Zürich to Bilbao are not direct. Only 5.4% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, meaning that most itineraries connect at least once. For those flights that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This highlights the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, which contributes to the overall journey time.

The distance between Zürich and Bilbao is approximately 1,006 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey. Despite being a short-haul route, the prevalence of connecting flights means that the total travel time often extends beyond what might be expected for such a distance.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Bilbao

Regular price: CHF 152 - CHF 457

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Bilbao is 152 CHF to 457 CHF. The current lowest deal is 108 CHF with easyJet UK, for travel from November 24 to December 13.

now CHF 108

Low CHF 152

High CHF 457

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Bilbao

Flights from Zurich to Bilbao are generally lower priced from January to December. The cheapest month to fly is January, with a median price of $140. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $262.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 140

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 262

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Bilbao

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Bilbao

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Vueling Airlines

CHF 263

CHF 150

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Vueling Airlines

CHF 327

CHF 173

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 329

CHF 192

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 281

CHF 132

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 327

CHF 161

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 302

CHF 164

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

CHF 332 → CHF 157

53%

1 night

Sep 22 - Sep 23

CHF 294 → CHF 133

55%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

CHF 323 → CHF 167

49%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

CHF 305 → CHF 149

51%

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Zürich - Bilbao route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Zürich to Bilbao are currently below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $140

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Bilbao, with a median price of $140.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 8h 10m with one stop

Flights from Zürich to Bilbao typically take 8h 10m, with most routes including one stop.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 94.6% of routes from Zürich to Bilbao, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are frequent

Historically, 83% of recent fares from Zürich to Bilbao were considered good prices.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Bilbao.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 101

Bilbao main airports to arrive at

Bilbao (BIO)

Cheapest

Bilbao Airport is a convenient arrival choice for its proximity to Bilbao.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 101

Airports nearby Bilbao used as alternative

Santander (SDR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~75 km from Bilbao (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 98

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bilbao

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Zürich to Bilbao is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $185. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $224. Even booking more than 60 days out can result in higher average prices, around $211.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Bilbao is considered to be $156 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $213. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $263 or below.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Bilbao, with a median price of $140. Other relatively inexpensive months include October, with a median price of $183, and June, at $185. The annual median price for this route is typically around $213, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Zürich to Bilbao: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Bilbao

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Bilbao

Regular price: CHF 152 - CHF 457

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zürich to Bilbao is 152 CHF to 457 CHF. The current lowest deal is 108 CHF with easyJet UK, for travel from November 24 to December 13.

now CHF 108

Low CHF 152

High CHF 457

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Bilbao

January

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 140

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 262

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Bilbao

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Bilbao

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Vueling Airlines

CHF 263

CHF 150

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Vueling Airlines

CHF 327

CHF 173

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 329

CHF 192

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 281

CHF 132

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 327

CHF 161

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Bilbao

Zürich (ZRH) - Bilbao (BIO)

Condor Flugdienst

CHF 302

CHF 164

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

CHF 332 → CHF 157

53%

1 night

Sep 22 - Sep 23

CHF 294 → CHF 133

55%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

CHF 323 → CHF 167

49%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

CHF 305 → CHF 149

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Bilbao

Zürich - Bilbao route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Zürich to Bilbao are currently below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $140

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Bilbao, with a median price of $140.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 8h 10m with one stop

Flights from Zürich to Bilbao typically take 8h 10m, with most routes including one stop.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 94.6% of routes from Zürich to Bilbao, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Swiss International Air Lines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are frequent

Historically, 83% of recent fares from Zürich to Bilbao were considered good prices.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Bilbao.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 101

Bilbao main airports to arrive at

Bilbao (BIO)

Cheapest

Bilbao Airport is a convenient arrival choice for its proximity to Bilbao.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 101

Airports nearby Bilbao used as alternative

Santander (SDR)

Cheapest

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

Bilbao, Spain

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bilbao

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Zürich to Bilbao: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Bilbao

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Bilbao

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Bilbao

Direct flights from Zürich to Bilbao

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Bilbao

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Bilbao

Zürich - Bilbao route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $140

Typically 8h 10m with one stop

Connecting flights are dominant

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Good prices are frequent

Zürich main airports to depart from

Bilbao main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bilbao used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bilbao

Best Elite deals to Bilbao

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Bilbao

When is the best time to book flights from Zürich to Bilbao?

What is a good price for a flight from Zürich to Bilbao?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Bilbao?

Are there direct flights from Zürich to Bilbao?

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

Are non-stop flights from Zürich to Bilbao worth the extra cost?

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How much is a round trip from Zürich to Bilbao

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Bilbao

Direct flights from Zürich to Bilbao

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Bilbao

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Bilbao

Zürich - Bilbao route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $140

Typically 8h 10m with one stop

Connecting flights are dominant

Swiss International Air Lines offers direct flights

Good prices are frequent

Zürich main airports to depart from

Bilbao main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Bilbao used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Bilbao

Best Elite deals to Bilbao

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When is the best time to book flights from Zürich to Bilbao?

What is a good price for a flight from Zürich to Bilbao?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Bilbao?