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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
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Overview: Belfast to Bilbao flight
United Kingdom
Spain
Take a flight from Belfast to Bilbao and enjoy the approximately 794 miles (1278 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 20:10. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 794 miles (1278 km) |
First flight 6:30 AM |
Last flight 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Distance: 794 miles (1278 km)
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$75 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
23h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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Belfast to Bilbao flight times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Bilbao flights for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 BA1397+ BA7059 · BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1397+BA7065 · BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1397+BA7061 · BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1397+BA7197 · BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1397+BA7067 · BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1397 · BA462+BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1397+BA7057 · BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1397 · BA464+BA7136 | 11:35 AM George Best Belfast City Airport | 19h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
 BA8757+BA7065 · BA7136 | 2:35 PM George Best Belfast City Airport | 16h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA8757+BA7197 · BA7136 | 2:35 PM George Best Belfast City Airport | 16h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA8757+BA7067 · BA7136 | 2:35 PM George Best Belfast City Airport | 16h55 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1401+BA7067 · BA7136 | 3:20 PM George Best Belfast City Airport | 16h10 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1401+BA7197 · BA7136 | 3:20 PM George Best Belfast City Airport | 16h10 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1401+BA7061 · BA7136 | 3:20 PM George Best Belfast City Airport | 16h10 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
| BA1401+BA7065 · BA7136 | 3:20 PM George Best Belfast City Airport | 16h10 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Complete guide to Bilbao
Things to do in Bilbao
Discover the best of Bilbao — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bilbao trip today.
- Must visit
Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao
Fine arts museum with outstanding Basque, Spanish, and European works spanning from the Middle Ages to today.
- Recommended
Euskal Museoa
Museum devoted to Basque archaeology, ethnography, and local history inside a restored Jesuit college in the Old Town.
- Must visit
Casco Viejo
Bilbao’s medieval old quarter, packed with historic streets, shops, churches, and lively plazas ideal for walking.
- Must visit
Paseo de Abandoibarra
Riverside promenade around the Guggenheim, excellent for architecture views, public art, and easy city-center walks.
- Must visit
Mirador de Artxanda
Panoramic hilltop viewpoint reached by funicular, popular for sweeping views over Bilbao and access to green walking areas.
- Gluten-free
Bacalao al Pil-Pil
Salt cod cooked slowly in olive oil, garlic and chilli until the sauce emulsifies. A Basque classic closely linked to Bilbao's traditional seafood cooking.
- Gluten-free
Bacalao a la Vizcaína
Salt cod baked with a sauce of peppers, tomato, onion and garlic. A hallmark Biscayan dish that reflects Bilbao's historic cod trade.
Txakoli-Braised Carrilleras
Veal shanks braised in red wine and vegetables until tender. This rich stew is a beloved specialty from the Basque Country and northern Spain.
Nerua Guggenheim Bilbao
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Martín Berasategui with creative tasting menus and refined service inside the Guggenheim Museum.
Zarate
Elegant Michelin-starred venue serving modern Basque cuisine with strong seasonal products. Ideal for a high-end local dining experience.
Restaurante Víctor Montes
Traditional restaurant known for Basque seafood and meat dishes in a polished setting near the river. Well regarded for classic local cooking.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but pintxos, public transit, and coffee remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes and taxis, small change or rounding up is enough.
Barik Mobile
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €10
To the city center
Bilbao Airport -> Moyua Plaza, Bilbao
- Distance
- 12 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Barik card and Barik Mobile are accepted across Metro Bilbao, Bilbobus, tram, and Bizkaibus. Contactless bank card acceptance is not universal on all services.
- From Bilbao Airport, Bizkaibus A3247 is the standard public transport link to the center. It stops at Alameda Recalde 14 near Moyua Plaza.
FAQs: Belfast to Bilbao Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast 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.
popular airports
Popular airports from Belfast to Bilbao
Most Belfast to Bilbao flights use the George Best Belfast City Airport to Bilbao Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Bilbao airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Departure airports in Belfast
Arrival airports in Bilbao
Which Belfast airport do flights to Bilbao leave from?
Flights from Belfast to Bilbao depart from George Best Belfast City Airport. The airport is 2 miles (4 km) from Belfast city centre at Belfast BT3 9JH, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom..
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)Belfast BT3 9JH, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
City-centre transport
Getting to George Best Belfast City Airport from Belfast city centre
George Best Belfast City Airport is 3 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus600 · 8m · $5 · every ~5 min
600 · 10m · $5 · every ~5 min
George Best Belfast City Airport airport facilities and services
George Best Belfast City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at George Best Belfast City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at George Best Belfast City Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Which Bilbao airport do flights from Belfast arrive at?
Flights from Belfast to Bilbao arrive at Bilbao Airport. Bilbao Airport is 0 miles (1 km) from Bilbao city centre.
Bilbao Airport (BIO)Loiu, 48180 Bizkaia, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Bilbao Airport from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao Airport is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA2153 · 7m · $2 · every ~1 min
A2153 · 25m · $2 · every ~1 min
A3247 · 43m · $2 · every ~8 min
Shuttle17m · $90
Bilbao Airport airport facilities and services
Bilbao Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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