Flying from Vigo Airport (VGO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Vigo and Bilbao are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Each week, there are five Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, select the 11:45 Iberia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 15:45 with Iberia.
Your VGO to BIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Iberia has direct flights from Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Bilbao — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Iberia.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vigo Airport (VGO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is $82. A return fare right now is $179. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from VGO to BIO by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from VGO to BIO.
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Handy information about Vigo Airport (VGO)
84.74% of flights departing from Vigo Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from VGO.
To get to Vigo Airport from central Vigo, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near VGO:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Bilbao Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Bilbao in January.
When booking your flight from Vigo Airport to Bilbao Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VGO to BIO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No journey is complete without visiting Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.