Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Bilbao and Frankfurt have the same timezone — UTC+1.
You can choose from 50 weekly flights from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport. The 06:40 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest flight out from BIO to FRA. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 20:40.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Frankfurt (and maybe even some other great corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular carrier.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BIO and FRA include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Geneve Airport
Stuttgart Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Germany, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BIO to FRA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport is C$77. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$229. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap flight tickets from BIO to FRA by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from BIO to FRA every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 29 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BIO:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Reserve a hotel near FRA if you're taking a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 37 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Bilbao Airport to Frankfurt Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap flight tickets from BIO to FRA in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
As soon as you've booked your flights from BIO to FRA, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Frankfurt. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-have experiences during your Frankfurt visit.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Frankfurt Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Frankfurt.