Traveling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM): what you need to know
Bilbao and Rotterdam are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
To ensure you get on your BIO to RTM flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BIO and RTM:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Ibiza Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Right now, $73 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $178. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BIO to RTM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BIO to RTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BIO land on schedule 82.76% of the time.
To reach Bilbao Airport from central Bilbao, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 4 miles from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BIO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Consider booking a hotel close to RTM if you're catching a late Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Rotterdam The Hague Airport rental car and explore Rotterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Hertz and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Rotterdam The Hague Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to central Rotterdam
Rotterdam The Hague Airport to central Rotterdam has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Rotterdam. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rotterdam, with temperatures ranging from 55ºF to 77ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 30ºF and 46ºF. Search for cheap tickets from BIO to RTM around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam is just one of the many places in Netherlands waiting to be explored after you've seen Rotterdam. Around 35 miles away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Netherlands, consider The Hague, roughly 13 miles north-west of Rotterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are key reasons to visit.