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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM551. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Bilbao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Manchester to Bilbao

Manchester to Bilbao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

Manchester to Bilbao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM175
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Bilbao is RM278. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Bilbao.
easyJet flies direct from Manchester to Bilbao.
As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Manchester to Bilbao.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Bilbao is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Bilbao Airport on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
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We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bilbao.

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:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Barcelona Airport

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.

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