Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The timezone in Bilbao is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Your IAD to BIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAD and BIO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is $399. A round-trip fare right now is $721. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to BIO if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bilbao Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights departing from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% arrive on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 3 hours 25 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bilbao Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near BIO:
Explore without limits with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and experience more of Bilbao and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to the centre of Bilbao has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bilbao Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Bilbao based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to BIO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No trip is complete without seeing Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.