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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Belfast to Bilbao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $223. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Bilbao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Belfast to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in May.

Belfast to Bilbao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Belfast to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

Belfast to Bilbao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$223
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Belfast to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Belfast to Bilbao is $223. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Belfast to Bilbao. But we found flights with one stop from $223.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Belfast to Bilbao.
The cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Bilbao is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Belfast to Bilbao Airport on Monday, 18 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Belfast and Bilbao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bilbao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Bilbao is easyJet .

Flying from Belfast to Bilbao Airport (BIO): What you need to know

  • The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Belfast. Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Belfast to BIO.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.

Airports in Belfast

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belfast to BIO. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • BFS is around 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Belfast to Bilbao Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 68% of flights that depart Belfast International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Bilbao Airport. Check out these connections between George Best Belfast City Airport and BIO:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • You can arrive at BHD from central Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to BIO flight, stay in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:

  • George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

About Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Bilbao Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near BIO:

  • 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 popular providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Belfast to Bilbao Airport flight.

Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao

  • Bilbao Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Bilbao. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Bilbao Airport is $107. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $223. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap flights from Belfast to BIO, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • Cheap Belfast to Bilbao Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Belfast to BIO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Belfast to Bilbao Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Belfast to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Bilbao. June is when most people book flights from Belfast to Bilbao Airport (BIO), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • Lock in a Belfast to BIO plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bilbao to range from 16ºC to 25ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Bilbao Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 13ºC.

More about Bilbao

  • Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Bilbao Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bilbao:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Guggenheim, "El gran Árbol y el Ojo" (Museo Guggenheim) and Casco Viejo are must-do's during your Bilbao adventure.

Explore more of Spain

  • Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.

  • Around 290 kilometres southwest of Bilbao, Arévalo is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Iglesia San Martin, Plaza de la Constitución and Monasterio de Santa María la Real - Trapa Arévalo.

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