Bilbao, Spain

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Bilbao

Frank Gehry’s gleaming titanium museum paired with world-class Basque pintxo bar crawls.

Updated

UK typical return

£85

Average return fare

Lowest tracked

£44.15

Observed October 2026

Cheapest UK month

December

Typically £78 return

Departures

Flights from the UK

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Typical return fares to Bilbao by UK origin
FromTypical returnCheapest month
London£80.88December
Newquay Cornwall£85—
Liverpool£85—
Cardiff£85—
East Midlands£85—
Belfast International£85—
Exeter£85—
Aberdeen£85—

The stay

Where to stay in Bilbao

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Vincci Consulado de Bilbao

Vincci Consulado de Bilbao

4★

Alameda de Mazarredo, 22

Mid-range

Central Location in Bilbao Vincci Consulado de Bilbao is perfectly located in the heart of Bilbao, offering guests convenient access to the city's main attractions and landmarks. Comfortable Rooms and Stunning Views The

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

The Artist Grand Hotel of Art

5★

Alameda de Mazarredo, 61

Splurge

Stylish Design by Javier Mariscal : Experience the unique ambiance created by the renowned designer Javier Mariscal at our hotel, situated just opposite Bilbao's iconic Guggenheim Museum. Luxurious Amenities : Indulge in

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2★

C/ Jardines 9

Budget

Prime Location for Sightseeing This innovatively designed hotel in central Bilbao is perfectly situated for exploring the city's main attractions on foot. Surrounded by the historic charm of the old town and just minutes

The experiences

What to do in Bilbao

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Guggenheim Bilbao Guided Tour

4.7/5

1h 30m

Meet Gehry's titanium masterpiece with a guide who unpacks the architecture and the contemporary works inside, tickets included.

Private Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Tour with Official Guide

5/5

2 hours

Enjoy a flexible private experience combining Bilbao’s highlights with the world-famous Guggenheim Museum. The tour is designed as half…

E-bike tour in Bilbao

5/5

2 hours

Exploring the Basque Country by e-bike is a fun and dynamic way to discover Bilbao. Over two hours, enjoy a guided route blending history,…

San Sebastian, Hondarribia, Getaria, Zarautz from Bilbao

4.9/5

9 hours

Experience the elegance of the Basque coast (Hondarribia + Zarautz or Getaria) with a San Sebastian tour that blends the best of the Belle…

Rioja and Txakoli Tasting with a Sommelier

4.9/5

1h 15m

Sample five boutique Spanish wines poured by a local sommelier, from crisp Basque txakoli to red Rioja, in an intimate tasting room.

Bilbao Exclusive Private Walking Tour

4.9/5

2 hours

This personalized walking tour is designed to adapt entirely to your interests, pace, and schedule. Whether you're passionate about…

Timing

Best time to fly to Bilbao

Typical fare by month UK median typical return.

Months without an observation use the route typical.

UK median typical return fare by month. Months without an observation are marked No data and use the route typical on the chart.
MonthTypical return fare
January£80.09
February£83
March£90.63
April£87
May£85
June£89.63
JulyNo data
August£84.33
SeptemberNo data
OctoberNo data
November£90.63
December£78.33

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Questions

When is the cheapest time to fly to Bilbao from the UK?

Fares to Bilbao are typically lowest in August, averaging £84.10 return. Since airlines shift prices without warning, Route & Room tracks UK departures 24/7, publishing verified price cuts directly to our members.

What is considered a good price for a return flight to Bilbao?

Route & Room has verified return flights to Bilbao as low as £44.31, compared to typical market fares of £85. Anything under £50 is a strong price, and we filter out self-transfers and grueling layovers before publishing.

Which UK airports fly to Bilbao?

We track departures from London, Bristol, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow, Belfast City and Leeds Bradford to Bilbao.

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