Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Alicante and Bilbao follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
You can choose from 18 weekly Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Vueling is the earliest you can take. Vueling operates the last service of the day at 21:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ALC to BIO flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Vueling is your gateway to exploring Bilbao (and maybe even some other great parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport offered by this popular airline.
Vueling is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With an impressive 96.83% of services landing on schedule, Vueling has the best on-time record for ALC to BIO flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between ALC and BIO include:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Ibiza Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is $30. A round-trip fare right now is $61. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from ALC to BIO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Landing cheap flights from ALC to BIO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
79% of flights taking off from Alicante Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Alicante to Alicante Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ALC:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and see more of Bilbao and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Bilbao. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
June is the busiest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Bilbao in March.
When reserving your flight from Alicante Airport to Bilbao Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALC to BIO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.