Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Choose from 12 weekly Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with Vueling is the earliest you can take. Edelweiss Air operates the latest service of the day at 21:00.
To ensure you get on your BIO to ZRH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Vueling offers direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if time allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Vueling on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BIO and ZRH:
Geneve Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
£39 is the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts at £107. These prices may change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from BIO to ZRH, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BIO to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that depart BIO reach their destination without delay.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is around 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BIO? If you're catching an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is roughly 8 miles from the centre of Zurich. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BIO to ZRH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Zurich. Around 45 miles away to the west, its top attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Around 60 miles south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience major highlights starting with Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.