Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Bilbao

All flights from Edinburgh to Bilbao have at least one stop and depart from Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, you have a few options: British Airways flies Edinburgh to Bilbao with a layover in London; Air France will take you with a stop in Paris; KLM makes a stop in Amsterdam; and Brussels Airlines stops in Brussels.

Other options for cheap flights from Edinburgh to Bilbao have two stops. They include KLM to Amsterdam, or Air France with a layover in Paris and on to Bilbao. Lufthansa flies the route as well, with stops in Frankfurt and Munich.

For all flights from Edinburgh to Bilbao, a passport that is valid for three months beyond the length of your stay is required for all citizens except EU nationals. EU citizens can enter with a national ID card. It is recommended you arrive at least two hours before your flight so that you have ample time to check in and clear security.

After making your way through security, you can head to All Bar One, Flutes and Tails, or Caffè Nero for a drink. If you need to grab a bite for lunch, there's EAT, The Gathering Deli Cafè, and The Gathering Restaurant and Lounge. Shops include Fatface for men's and women's clothes, Dixons Travel for the latest electrical gadgets, JD Sport for sports and casual wear, and Brora for Scottish knitwear and accessories.

If you're driving your vehicle to the airport, you can make use of the long- and short-term parking facility at Edinburgh Airport. The airport is committed to providing all passengers a seamless experience while navigating the various terminals, so if you need special assistance, you can book it online in advance.

Arriving in Bilbao

Bilbao Airport (BIO) is located 5.5 miles north of Bilbao. On the arrivals floor, you'll find customer service desks and a ticket office for the Bizkaibus Line A3247. The bus leaves every 20 minutes from the airport to Bilbao. Taxis are also available in the arrivals terminal every day and can be booked online. There are car rental companies that provide service at this airport, so you have that option as well.

After your flight from Edinburgh to Bilbao, you can enjoy a warmer climate. In Bilbao, it never gets too hot or too cold. The hottest month is August with an average temperature of 21 °C, and the coldest months are December through February, but temperatures rarely go below 10 °C.

If you're satisfied with your cheap flights from Edinburgh to Bilbao, you might be pleased to know that you'll enjoy cheaper living in Bilbao. The cost of living is on average 10 to 15 per cent lower in Bilbao. You can enjoy eating out more often as a meal for two is about 7 per cent less, and local beers and drinks are up to 80 per cent less.