Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located. Reykjavik runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your BIO to Reykjavik flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BIO to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Travelling from central Bilbao to BIO takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near BIO? If you're boarding an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Bilbao Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BIO touch down on schedule 82.76% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Reykjavik
£47 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £120. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BIO to Reykjavik. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across the month and snap up a sweet deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BIO to Reykjavik by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 30 miles. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Follow your own route with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and see more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BIO to Reykjavik can help you secure the lowest rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 1 mile from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
After stepping off your BIO to Reykjavik flight, kick back at a hotel close to RKV. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before locking in your flights from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BIO to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are must-do's during your Reykjavik adventure.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to discover other corners of Iceland. Journey around 150 miles north-east to Akureyri to check off its top attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 75 miles south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are key reasons to visit.