Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bilbao one hour ahead of Manchester.
Each week, there are four Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, take the 06:20 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 18:35 with easyJet.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MAN to BIO flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Bilbao (and then seeing more of Spain!) is a cinch with easyJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport.
EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
EasyJet leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MAN to BIO flights, with 85.71% of services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAN and BIO:
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to BIO if you have a late Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
June is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Bilbao in March.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAN to BIO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Bilbao, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.