Flying from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao is one hour ahead of Aberdeen and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your ABZ to BIO flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ABZ and BIO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Gatwick Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Currently, £77 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £138. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ABZ to BIO, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ABZ to BIO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Aberdeen International Airport, 68.69% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Aberdeen to Aberdeen International Airport is approximately 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ABZ:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and explore beyond Bilbao's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to the centre of Bilbao has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 4 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Bilbao. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Bilbao Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABZ to BIO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bilbao. Around 150 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If there's time to check out another corner of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 210 miles south-west of Bilbao. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among the biggest draws.