Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao is six hours ahead of Bogota and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your BOG to BIO flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Bilbao Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BOG and BIO:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is £297. A return fare right now is £472. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BOG to BIO, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BOG to BIO.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from El Dorado International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
72.09% of flights that take off from El Dorado International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach El Dorado International Airport from central Bogota, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BOG. Whether you're taking an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Bilbao Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're landing on a late El Dorado International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BIO:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and discover Bilbao and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Bilbao Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from El Dorado International 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). Look for cheap tickets from BOG to BIO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bilbao. Around 150 miles away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 210 miles south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without visiting Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
