Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Hamburg.
Bilbao (the location of Bilbao Airport) and Hamburg are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BIO to Hamburg flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at BIO and fly straight to Hamburg Airport (HAM). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Bilbao Airport to Hamburg tickets.
Book your ticket with Vueling. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Hamburg.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from BIO to Hamburg with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
BIO is about 5 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Hamburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BIO:
Bilbao Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BIO arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.76% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Hamburg
RM233 is currently the best price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Hamburg flight. Return flight tickets start at RM595. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BIO to Hamburg.
The best month for picking up cheap Bilbao Airport to Hamburg tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to HAM if you're coming in on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Hamburg. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamburg and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Hamburg Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BIO to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Hamburg has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Hamburg is roughly 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your BIO to Hamburg flight, settle in at a hotel close to LBC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Grab a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and unlock more experiences with your own wheels. Enterprise is just moments from arrivals, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from LBC ahead of time so you can simply get the keys and go.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Before booking your flights from Bilbao Airport to Hamburg, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Hamburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Bilbao Airport to Hamburg flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BIO to Hamburg around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Hamburg, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are essential stops on your Hamburg itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Hamburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Hamburg, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Essen is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without seeing Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.