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Patek Philippe Museum
Prestigious watchmaking museum with exceptional collections of timepieces, enamels, and horology artifacts. A top choice for understanding Geneva’s watch heritage.
Flights from Bilbao to Geneva depart on average 60 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $46 (€38) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest flight covers the 489 miles (787 km) distance in 1h 30m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 489 miles (787 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Flights per day 60 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$584
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Flights per day
98
Distance
787 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bilbao to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Geneva will cost around $584 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 98 flights that leave Bilbao for Geneva onFri, Jun 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct flights cover the 787 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the longest flights will take 4 h 10 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.
U21368
AF1542+
AF1577
AF7370+
AF1377
LH1829+
LH2246
KL1526 · KL1929
U21368
SN3712 · SN2723
IB438 · IB621
AF1842+
AF1377
IB430 · IB615Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $446.
Distance: 489 miles (787 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $446 Average price | $219 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 49m Average total duration 16h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 19m Average total duration 23h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Geneva:
A bus is $83 (€69) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Geneva costing on average $158 (€130).
A bus is $371 (€307) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bilbao to Geneva costing on average $446 (€368).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 19m.
Train takes on average 23h 49m.
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Geneva flights for tomorrow, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1522+ KL1435 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 16h05 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB442 · IB1179 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 5h10 | 11:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1522+ KL1935 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 9h45 | 4:30 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB442 · IB613 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 5h00 | 11:45 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1147 · LH1076 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 7h10 | 1:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1522 · KL1937 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 11h50 | 6:35 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB442 · IB1183 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 11h55 | 6:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB442 · IB615 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 6h40 | 1:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1522 · KL1933 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 6h50 | 1:35 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1522+ KL1433 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h50 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1147+ LH5744 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 6h50 | 1:35 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1147 · LH1078 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 11h25 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1522 · KL1939 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 15h30 | 10:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1522+ KL1431 | 6:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 6h40 | 1:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
04186+ IB1293 | On time 6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando | 13h17 | 8:10 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
04186+ IB621 | On time 6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando | 15h32 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
04186+ SN3730 · SN2711 | On time 6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando | 24h42 | 7:35 AM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
VY1423 · VY1222 | 7:00 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h25 | 5:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5313 · IB5296 | 7:00 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h25 | 5:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5313 · IB5528 | 7:00 AM Bilbao Airport | 9h00 | 4:00 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1423 · VY6202 | 7:00 AM Bilbao Airport | 9h00 | 4:00 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1242+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 14h45 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1042+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 12h40 | 7:50 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1842+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 4h00 | 11:10 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1142+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 9h00 | 4:10 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1342+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h15 | 5:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7370+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 14h15 | 9:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7368+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 11h00 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1442+ AF1377 | 7:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 6h40 | 1:50 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1831 · LH99 · LH1078 | 7:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h55 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1831 · LH103 · LH1078 | 7:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h55 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1831 · LH2248 | 7:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 5h05 | 12:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7156 · UX1663 | 8:20 AM Bilbao Airport | 25h25 | 9:45 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7156 · UX1665 | 8:20 AM Bilbao Airport | 8h55 | 5:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
U21368 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 1h35 | 10:05 AM Geneva International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY1421 · VY1222 | 8:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 8h30 | 5:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5311 · IB5528 | 8:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 7h05 | 4:00 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1421 · VY6202 | 8:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 7h05 | 4:00 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5311 · IB5296 | 8:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 8h30 | 5:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB430 · IB1183 | 9:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 9h25 | 6:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB430 · IB1279 | 9:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 8h50 | 6:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB430 · IB1293 | 9:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h55 | 8:10 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB430 · IB615 | 9:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 4h10 | 1:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1342+ AF1477 | 10:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 6h55 | 5:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1142+ AF1477 | 10:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 5h40 | 4:10 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1242+ AF1477 | 10:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 11h25 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7370+ AF1477 | 10:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h55 | 9:25 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1042+ AF1477 | 10:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 9h20 | 7:50 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7368+ AF1477 | 10:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 7h40 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1101 · LH1082 | 11:05 AM Bilbao Airport | 12h25 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1101 · LH1078 | 11:05 AM Bilbao Airport | 7h05 | 6:10 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1101+ SN2614 · SN3593 | 11:05 AM Bilbao Airport | 11h15 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1825+ SN2648+ SN3593 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h25 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1825+ SN2650+ SN3593 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h25 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1825+ SN2646+ SN3593 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 10h25 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX3801+ LX1105+ LX2810 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 7h00 | 6:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX3801+ LX1105+ LX2808 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 6h00 | 5:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1524+ KL1433 | 12:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h35 | 5:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1524+ KL1435 | 12:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 10h50 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1524 · KL1937 | 12:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 6h35 | 6:35 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1524+ KL1935 | 12:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1524 · KL1939 | 12:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 10h15 | 10:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7158 · UX1665 | 12:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h30 | 5:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7158 · UX1663 | 12:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 21h00 | 9:45 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1100 · IB1293 | 1:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 6h40 | 8:10 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1100 · IB621 | 1:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 8h55 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1100 · IB1183 | 1:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h10 | 6:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1100 · IB1185 | 1:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 10h15 | 11:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1100 · IB1279 | 1:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h35 | 6:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX3823+ LX1075+ LX2816 | 2:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 7h55 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX3823+ LX1087 | 2:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 8h25 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1143 · LH1082 | 2:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 9h30 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX3823 · LX3611+ LX2816 | 2:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 7h55 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1143+ LH4216+ LX4451 | 2:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 6h05 | 8:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 2 transfers | |
EW9748+ EW9517 | 2:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h35 | 8:05 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3712 · SN2725 | 4:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h05 | 9:55 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3712 · SN2617+ LH1082 | 4:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 6h40 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN3712 · SN2723 | 4:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 3h45 | 8:35 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3712+ SN3593 | 4:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h30 | 10:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1526 · KL1435 | 5:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h35 | 10:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1526+ KL1939 | 5:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h00 | 10:15 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1526+ KL1427 | 5:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 16h10 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1526 · KL1929 | 5:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 15h05 | 8:20 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB436 · IB1185 | 5:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 6h10 | 11:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB436 · IB621 | 5:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h50 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4243+ LH1212 | 5:40 PM Bilbao Airport | 14h10 | 7:50 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4243+ LH1082 | 5:40 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h50 | 11:30 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4243+ LH5746 | 5:40 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h45 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1542+ AF1577 | 6:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 14h10 | 8:20 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7362+ AF1577 | 6:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 15h20 | 9:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7364+ AF1577 | 6:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 16h20 | 10:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF9408 · AF1577 | 6:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 17h05 | 11:15 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB438 · IB1185 | 6:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 5h15 | 11:45 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB438 · IB621 | 6:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 3h55 | 10:25 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1829+ LH2246 | 6:40 PM Bilbao Airport | 14h05 | 8:45 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1437 · VY6200 | 7:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 13h55 | 9:10 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7160 · UX1663 | 9:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 12h40 | 9:45 AM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7160 · UX1665 | 9:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 22h05 | 7:10 PM Geneva International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Prestigious watchmaking museum with exceptional collections of timepieces, enamels, and horology artifacts. A top choice for understanding Geneva’s watch heritage.
Geneva’s major fine arts and history museum, housing archaeology, applied arts, and paintings from antiquity to modern periods.
A powerful museum on humanitarian action, conflict, and human dignity, closely linked to Geneva’s international identity.
Geneva’s Old Town is the city’s most atmospheric district, full of historic lanes, small squares, viewpoints, and landmark buildings.
Lakeside park known for the Flower Clock, promenades, and classic Geneva views. One of the city’s most visited strolling areas.
Beloved lakeside platform and swimming area with panoramic views, sunbathing spots, and a distinctly local summer atmosphere.
A classic Swiss dish of melted cheese, usually served bubbling hot with bread cubes for dipping. It is especially popular in Geneva during colder months and is a staple of local dining culture.
Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. This traditional Swiss specialty is widely enjoyed in Geneva and highlights the region’s alpine cheese heritage.
A regional dish from nearby Vaud made with leeks, potatoes, and sausage. It is commonly found around Geneva and reflects the hearty food traditions of French-speaking western Switzerland.
An established upscale restaurant with Japanese-Peruvian cuisine and exceptional lake views. It offers a more contemporary fine-dining option within Geneva’s top hotel scene.
A famous traditional Geneva restaurant especially known for cheese fondue. It has a warm, classic atmosphere and is one of the city’s best-known places for Swiss comfort food.
A historic Old Town restaurant and hotel dining room serving Swiss classics such as fondue and raclette. The setting is elegant, atmospheric, and popular with visitors and locals alike.
Geneva is among Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and transport are costly, though public transit and supermarket meals can reduce daily spend.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small tips at cafes are optional.
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Most Bilbao to Geneva flights use the Bilbao Airport to Geneva International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Geneva airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Bilbao Airport is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bilbao Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Geneva International Airport is 1 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Geneva International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Geneva International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneva International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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