Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is five hours behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located. Montreal follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your BIO to Montreal flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from BIO to Montreal. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
BIO is around 5 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near BIO. Whether you have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Bilbao Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BIO land on schedule 82.76% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Montreal
$554 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Montreal flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $887. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BIO to Montreal. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BIO to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Bilbao Airport to Montreal has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your BIO to Montreal flight, settle in at a hotel close to YHU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Why wait around for public transport? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from YHU in advance. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Montreal. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Montreal in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Bilbao Airport to Montreal flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Montreal, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Montreal, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its popular sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
Ottawa is another standout destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without experiencing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.