Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao is six hours ahead of Durham and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your RDU to BIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport. Many travellers pass through Frankfurt am Main Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, £193 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £507. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to BIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Landing cheap flights from RDU to BIO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider booking a hotel near BIO if you're catching a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is approximately 11 kms (7 miles) from the centre of Bilbao. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
June is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Bilbao in March.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you'd like to explore Bilbao during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RDU to BIO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. About 241 kms (150 miles) south-east of Bilbao, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 338 kms (210 miles) south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without dropping by Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
