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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.
Flights from Catania to Bilbao depart on average 38 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $161 (€131) if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:10. The fastest flight covers the 1025 miles (1650 km) distance in 3h 25m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1025 miles (1650 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $161 (€131) |
Flights per day 38 |
Fastest flight 3h 25m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$142
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$184
Fastest journey on Sep 01
8 h
Average journey duration on Sep 01
9 h 48 m
Flights on Sep 01
3
Distance
1650 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Catania to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Bilbao will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 3 flights from Catania to Bilbao, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct flights cover the 1650 km distance in an average of 9 h 48 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 8 h .
On Tue, Sep 01 the longest flights will take 11 h 15 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Catania to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $252 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $252, while a flight costs an average of $436.
Distance: 1025 miles (1650 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$436 Average price | $252 Average price Cheapest | $287 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 41h 27m Average total duration 40h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Catania to Bilbao:
A bus is $185 (€151) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Catania to Bilbao costing on average $436 (€357).
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 40h 57m.
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Bilbao flights for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF9755+ AF1013 · AF1376 | 6:45 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 15h15 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9755+ AF1413 · AF1376 | 6:45 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 15h15 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9755+ AF1231 · AF1376 | 6:45 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 15h15 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3476+ KL1614 · KL1525 | 6:45 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 9h45 | 4:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9755+ AF1413 · AF1576 | 6:45 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 10h45 | 5:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5091+ LH231+ LH4242 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 9h55 | 5:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3419+ KL1602 · KL1529 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 15h40 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9835+ AF1505 · AF1376 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 14h55 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3419+ KL1604 · KL1529 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 15h40 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9835+ AF1105 · AF1576 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 10h25 | 5:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9835+ AF1105 · AF1376 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 14h55 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9835+ AF1205 · AF1376 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 14h55 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3419+ KL1602 · KL1525 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 9h25 | 4:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3419+ KL1606 · KL1529 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 15h40 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9835+ AF1205 · AF1576 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 10h25 | 5:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN4146+ SN3176 · SN3711 | 8:00 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 8h00 | 4:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH307+ LH4242 | 9:30 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 7h30 | 5:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH307 · LH108 · LH1828 | 9:30 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 8h25 | 5:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3520+ KL1618 · KL1529 | 9:55 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 12h50 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9774+ AF1231 · AF1376 | 9:55 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 12h05 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF9774+ AF1013 · AF1376 | 9:55 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 12h05 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3520+ KL1616 · KL1529 | 9:55 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 12h50 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
EW9815 · EW9518 | 10:45 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 8h55 | 7:40 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4125+ LH1828 | 11:50 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 6h05 | 5:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4125+ LH113 · LH1146 | 11:50 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 11h35 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL3529+ KL1618 · KL1529 | 12:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 10h30 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
VY6533 · VY1436 | 2:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 8h05 | 10:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS580 · OS217+ OS7303 | 2:50 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 8h35 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH309 · LH1146 | 4:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 6h40 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH309 · LH1100 | 4:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 17h40 | 10:25 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1909+ LH1824 | 6:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 16h35 | 11:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX8399 · LX8226 | 8:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 14h05 | 10:50 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
Fine arts museum with outstanding Basque, Spanish, and European works spanning from the Middle Ages to today.
Museum devoted to Basque archaeology, ethnography, and local history inside a restored Jesuit college in the Old Town.
Bilbao’s medieval old quarter, packed with historic streets, shops, churches, and lively plazas ideal for walking.
Riverside promenade around the Guggenheim, excellent for architecture views, public art, and easy city-center walks.
Panoramic hilltop viewpoint reached by funicular, popular for sweeping views over Bilbao and access to green walking areas.
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.
Salt cod baked with a sauce of peppers, tomato, onion and garlic. A hallmark Biscayan dish that reflects Bilbao's historic cod trade.
Veal shanks braised in red wine and vegetables until tender. This rich stew is a beloved specialty from the Basque Country and northern Spain.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Martín Berasategui with creative tasting menus and refined service inside the Guggenheim Museum.
Elegant Michelin-starred venue serving modern Basque cuisine with strong seasonal products. Ideal for a high-end local dining experience.
Traditional restaurant known for Basque seafood and meat dishes in a polished setting near the river. Well regarded for classic local cooking.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but pintxos, public transit, and coffee remain fairly affordable for tourists.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania 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.

Most Catania to Bilbao flights use the Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Bilbao Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Catania and Bilbao airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 4 km from Catania city centre. Public transport options include:
Catania Fontanarossa 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 Catania Fontanarossa Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania Fontanarossa Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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