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Getting from Bilbao airport to the city center
Fastest option: taxi or private transfer. Best value: Bizkaibus A3247 direct bus service.
Transport Option | Typical time | Typical cost | Frequency | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
20-30 min | €3 (single ticket fare) | every 15–20 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
15-25 min | €25-€35 (metered; airport supplement applies) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
15-25 min | €20-€35 (varies with demand) | on-demand (traffic dependent) | app-based booking | |
15-25 min | €40-€60 (pre-booked; fixed price) | pre-booked (traffic dependent) | groups or guaranteed pickup | |
15-25 min | €30-€80 (daily rate; varies by provider) | on-demand (traffic dependent) | exploring Basque Country |
Notes:
- Prices in EUR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Bizkaibus A3247 stops at Termibus (main bus station) and Gran Vía in the city center.
- Taxis have a fixed airport supplement; confirm fare before departure.
- Road traffic can significantly affect journey times, especially during rush hours.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Bilbao
Check-in for a flight from Chicago to Bilbao
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vueling | VLG | VY | No |
| Ryanair | RYR | FR | No |
| Icelandair | ICE | FI | No |
| Swiss International Air Lines | SWR | LX | No |
| Aer Lingus | EIN | EI | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Bilbao
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 11°C | 7°C |
| February | 12°C | 7°C |
| March | 14°C | 8°C |
| April | 15°C | 9°C |
| May | 17°C | 11°C |
| June | 21°C | 14°C |
| July | 23°C | 16°C |
| August | 24°C | 17°C |
| September | 22°C | 16°C |
| October | 20°C | 14°C |
| November | 15°C | 10°C |
| December | 13°C | 8°C |
14 day forecast
Bilbao travel tips
Explore the architectural blend of the Basilica of Our Lady of Begoña in Bilbao
The Basilica of Our Lady of Begoña was built in Bilbao in the 16th century. It stands proudly above the Casco Viejo area and features a Gothic façade with some Renaissance elements. Explore the golden altar inside this church – it includes a statue of Our Lady of Begoña, considered the patroness of Biscay.
To try windsurfing, head from to Plentzia, Bakio, Laida, Laga, or Isunza beaches
If you are a beginner surfer, you should go to the beaches of Plentzia, Bakio, Laida, and Laga, where famous schools for beginners are open. It is also worth visiting the Isunza beach, which is well equipped for all types of vacationers. It also offers diving, sailing, and canoeing.
In the summer, Bilbao hosts the major Semana Grande de Bilbao festival
The Big Week Bilbao festival takes place every year; it starts on the last Saturday before August 22 and lasts nine days. Fairs and performances always accompany it on the square of the Arriaga theatre. By tradition, the festival is opened by one of the city's outstanding figures. He or she is always dressed in a bright yellow-and-white uniform.
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