Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Southampton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SOU to BIO flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport. These are the top stopovers between SOU and BIO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, RM563 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM713. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOU to BIO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SOU to BIO.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights leaving from Southampton Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Southampton to Southampton Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SOU:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Book a hotel close to BIO if you're on a late Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and venture far and wide through Bilbao and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bilbao. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Southampton Airport to Bilbao Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOU to BIO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Bilbao, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.