Journey information
Overview: Athens to Bilbao flight
Flights from Athens to Bilbao depart on average 48 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $85 (€68) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest flight covers the 1437 miles (2314 km) distance in 3h 40m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1437 miles (2314 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€68) |
Flights per day 48 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 3h 40m |
Cheapest month to travel April |
First flight 01:25 |
Last flight 23:05 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Athens to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€142
Average price
€166
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 18 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
2314 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Athens to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Bilbao will cost around €166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €142.
Of the 5 flights that leave Athens for Bilbao onMon, Dec 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct flights cover the 2314 km distance in an average of 8 h 18 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the longest flights will take 14 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
Athens to Bilbao flight times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Bilbao flights for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:35 AM Athens | 3h40 | 9:15 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Athens | 14h30 | 6:15 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 PM Athens | 26h05 | 8:00 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
![]() | 12:55 AM Athens | 8h10 | 9:05 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 AM Athens | 7h00 | 8:20 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Airlines: Volotea, Aegean Airlines, Vueling Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Iberia, Turkish Airlines, Air Europa, GetJet Airlines, LAER from Athens to BilbaoFind the best flights between Athens to Bilbao with Omio's travel partners Volotea, Aegean Airlines, Vueling Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Iberia, Turkish Airlines, Air Europa, GetJet Airlines, LAER from $85 (€68). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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FAQs: Athens to Bilbao Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Bilbao by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Athens to Bilbao generally leave from Athens International Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
Athens International Airport is 37.2 km away from Athens city centre and Bilbao Airport is 13.2 km from Bilbao city centre.
- Bilbao BBK Live, a music festival featuring international and local artists
- Bilbao Art District, a celebration of art with exhibitions and performances throughout the city
- Semana Grande, a week-long festival with concerts, fireworks, and traditional Basque activities
- Festival Internacional de Cine de Bilbao, an international film festival showcasing diverse films and filmmakers.
- Carnival, lively parades and colorful costumes in February
- Easter, significant religious celebrations and local traditions in March/April
- San Sebastián Day, a celebration of the city's patron saint with various festivities in September
- Christmas Holidays, festive markets and beautiful decorations throughout December.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Athens to Bilbao
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 45 minutes.
- Shops are available in the main terminal, including duty-free shops and brands like Hellenic Duty Free and Korres.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking. Short-term parking located at P1 and P2, approximately 3.8€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Aegean Business Lounge and Skyserv Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located at the arrivals level, near Exit 3.
- Bus: X93, X95, X96, X97
- Metro: Line 3
- Suburban Railway: Proastiakos
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in the departures area, main shops include duty-free and local products.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 1.2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Lounges available, the VIP Lounge offers refreshments and Wi-Fi.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: A3247
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