Travelling from Marseille Airport (MRS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Marseille and Bilbao are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your MRS to BIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MRS and BIO:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Valencia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Airport (MRS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
RM179 is the best price for a one-way Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM387. These fares can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from MRS to BIO, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MRS to BIO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Marseille Airport (MRS)
Of the flights that depart from Marseille Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Marseille Airport from central Marseille, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MRS. Whether you have an early flight from Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BIO if you're catching a late Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and explore beyond Bilbao's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to the centre of Bilbao has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Bilbao. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Marseille Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MRS to BIO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Bilbao, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among its highlights.