Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8. The city is nine hours behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your BIO to Los Angeles flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as May, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BIO to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
BIO is about 5 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BIO:
Bilbao Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart BIO reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Los Angeles
$702 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return plane ticket starts from $795. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BIO to Los Angeles if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BIO to Los Angeles.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is around 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Following your BIO to Los Angeles flight, unwind at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from VNY ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles. To escape the crowds, visit Los Angeles in December.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are leading attractions which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.