Cheap Flights from Seattle (SEAA) to Bilbao (BIO)

Traveling from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know

• Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.

• The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is 8 hours ahead of Seattle. Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao.

• For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Seattle to BIO.

• July is a busy month for traveling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

• Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Seattle to BIO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

• The distance from central Seattle to SEA is about 14 miles. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.

• Catching an early flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:

  • Sea to Sky

  • Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)

• Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Lake Union Sea Plane Base and BIO:

  • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

• You can get to LKE from central Seattle in approximately 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 23 minutes to cover the 2 miles or so.

• Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seattle to BIO, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base:

  • A Gem in the Emerald City: For Business and Travel

  • Hubble Place Condos

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown Convention Center

About Bilbao Airport (BIO)

• The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:

  • Hotel Abando

  • Inside Bilbao Apartments

  • Piso Señorial con Vistas a la ria by Urban Hosts

Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao

• Bilbao Airport is approximately 4 miles from the center of Bilbao. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.

• If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 29 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

• Pick up a one-way ticket from Seattle to Bilbao Airport from $313 or travel return from just $569. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.

• We suggest booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Seattle to BIO. You're more likely to score a great deal and have more options for departure times and travel dates.

• If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Seattle to Bilbao Airport.

• Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Seattle to BIO. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.

• Customize your trip using filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.

The best time to fly from Seattle to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

• February is the quietest time to fly to Bilbao. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Bilbao Airport.

• Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Bilbao. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Seattle to BIO during then and you can expect temperatures of between 61ºF and 77ºF.

• If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport in January when temperatures average between 41ºF and 55ºF.

More about Bilbao

• Start your Bilbao trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • A.T. Altamira 15

  • Casual Serantes

  • Casa Rural Miamendi

• One of the best ways to get to know Bilbao is to check out its popular attractions. Essential stops include Etxebarria Parkea, Puente de La Salve and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum.

Complete your Bilbao trip with a car rental

• Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Seattle to Bilbao Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Bilbao. Explore the offers and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.