- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Flights from Bilbao to Genoa depart on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at kr1098 but you can travel from only kr875 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:27, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 595 miles (959 km) distance in 2h 40m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 595 miles (959 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price kr1098 |
Flights per day 26 |
Fastest flight 2h 40m |
First flight 5:27 AM |
Last flight 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 70 days |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr1518 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr1518, while a flight costs an average of kr6309.
Distance: 595 miles (959 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr6309 Average price | kr1518 Average price Cheapest | kr2266 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 32m Average total duration 20h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Genoa:
A bus is kr4791 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Genoa costing on average kr6309.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 2m.
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Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Celebrated art museum in a UNESCO palace, showing European paintings from medieval to baroque periods in elegant historic interiors.
Historic palace museum with frescoed rooms, portraits, and decorative arts. A cornerstone of Genoa’s civic collections on Via Garibaldi.
UNESCO avenue lined with splendid Renaissance and Baroque palaces. Genoa’s grandest street and the city’s essential architectural walk.
Historic old port redeveloped with promenades, museums, and harbor views. A lively base for walking, sightseeing, and modern Genoa culture.
Large central square framed by civic buildings and the famous fountain. A classic meeting point and key stop between the center and old town.
Liguria's iconic flatbread made with chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Crisp outside and soft inside, it is a classic Genoese street food.
Fresh basil sauce from Genoa made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, pecorino, and olive oil. It is the city's most famous pasta condiment.
Hand-shaped twisted pasta traditionally served with pesto, green beans, and potatoes. This combination is a hallmark of home-style Genoese cooking.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the old harbor area, known for refined Ligurian seafood tasting menus and polished contemporary service.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town serving classic Genoese dishes, pesto, and seafood in a warm, established setting.
Popular casual spot famed for farinata and other wood-fired Ligurian street foods. Simple atmosphere, central location, and long local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Genoa flights use the Bilbao Airport to Genoa Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Genoa 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.
Genoa Airport is 5 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa 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 Genoa Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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