Cheap Flights from Athens (ATH) to Bilbao (BIO)

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      Compare Athens International to Bilbao flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Bilbao

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      Flight deals from Athens International to Bilbao

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $319. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Bilbao

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in October.

      Direct flights from Athens International to Bilbao

      Athens International to Bilbao: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Athens International to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

      Athens to Bilbao: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$162
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time3 hrs, 46 mins
      Most popular airlineVolotea
      Average flights per week6

      Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Bilbao is $162. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      3 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Bilbao.
      Volotea and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Athens International to Bilbao.
      As of July 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Athens International to Bilbao.
      The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Bilbao is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 46 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bilbao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, easyJet and Aegean Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bilbao.

      Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know

      • The average length of a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.

      • Bilbao is one hour behind Athens and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

      • Give yourself enough time to catch your ATH to BIO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

      • Travelling to Bilbao (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a snap with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport.

      • Most passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.

      • Aegean Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for ATH to BIO flights, with 81.82% of services landing on schedule.

      • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ATH and BIO:

        • Barcelona Airport

        • Rome Fiumicino Airport

        • Munich Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is $82. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $162. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

      • Score cheap tickets from ATH to BIO by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

      • June is the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

      • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ATH to BIO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

      • Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

      Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)

      • 76% of flights that depart Athens International Airport reach their destination on time.

      • Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

      • Taking an early flight from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ATH:

      Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)

      • Reserve a hotel close to BIO if you're catching a late Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

      • Travel at your own pace with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and discover more of Bilbao and beyond.

      • Booking your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

      Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao

      • From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

      • It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

      When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

      • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bilbao. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.

      • Book your flight from Athens International Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you'd like to explore Bilbao during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

      • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to BIO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.

      Explore more of Spain

      • Bilbao has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.

      • Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No trip is complete without seeing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.