Traveling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Munich.
Each week, there are 56 Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, take the 08:35 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 21:10 with Lufthansa.
Your MUC to BIO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Bilbao (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy with Lufthansa. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Lufthansa is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
With 76.25% of services arriving as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering MUC to BIO flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MUC and BIO:
Geneve Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, $60 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $127. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MUC to BIO.
The cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MUC to BIO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Of the flights that depart from Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% land on time at their destination.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MUC? If you're boarding an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're landing on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BIO:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to the center of Bilbao has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 4 miles away.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bilbao. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Bilbao Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with the temperature ranging from 61ºF to 77ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 41ºF and 55ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MUC to BIO sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Bilbao, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey about 150 miles south-east to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 210 miles south-west of Bilbao. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are highlights.
