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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Iconic contemporary art museum designed by Frank Gehry, famous for its titanium architecture and major modern art exhibitions.
Flights from Düsseldorf to Bilbao depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 712 miles (1147 km) distance in 2h 5m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 712 miles (1147 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Flights per day 30 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 5m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$479
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Flights per day
52
Distance
1147 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Düsseldorf to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Bilbao will cost around $479 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 52 flights that leave Düsseldorf for Bilbao onFri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct flights cover the 1147 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 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.
EW9518
EW9036+
EW7518
AF1007 · AF1476
EW9516
LH1983 · LH1830
EW9518
EW9516
KL1800+
KL1525
LH1824+
LH5348
LH1824+
LH5362Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. 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 $48, and a flight costs an average of $89.
Distance: 712 miles (1147 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$250 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $417 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 58m Average total duration 22h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 14m 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 Düsseldorf to Bilbao:
A bus is $159 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Bilbao costing on average $250 (€205).
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 28m.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Bilbao flights for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF1476 · AF1007 | 7:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h25 | 9:50 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
LH79 · LH1142 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h05 | 1:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2031 · LH1824 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h50 | 11:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1326 · IB437 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 11h30 | 5:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796+ KL1525 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h10 | 4:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796+ KL1523 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h55 | 11:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1326 · IB435 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h35 | 4:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1796+ KL1529 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 16h25 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1326 · IB1099 | 6:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h25 | 12:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1107 · AF1576 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h35 | 5:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1107 · AF1376 | 6:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h05 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5362+ LH1824 | 7:00 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h10 | 11:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5348+ LH1824 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h10 | 11:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5348+ LH95 · LH1142 | 7:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 6h15 | 1:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA925+ BA7053 · BA7138 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h45 | 4:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA925+ BA7055 · BA7138 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 9h45 | 4:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1798 · KL1529 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h30 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1798+ KL1525 | 8:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h15 | 4:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1376 · AF1307 | 9:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 12h35 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1576 · AF1307 | 9:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h05 | 5:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1897 · VY1436 | 9:45 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 12h40 | 10:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5395 · IB5318 | 9:45 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h25 | 3:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5395 · IB5322 | 9:45 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 12h40 | 10:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1897 · VY1430 | 9:45 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h25 | 3:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH73+ LH4242 | 10:40 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h20 | 5:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1607 · AF1376 | 11:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h25 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1607 · AF1576 | 11:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h55 | 5:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW9516 | 11:45 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 2h05 | 1:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1320 · IB437 | 11:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h55 | 5:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1320 · IB435 | 11:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h00 | 4:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1800+ KL1525 | 12:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h05 | 4:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1800 · KL1529 | 12:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h20 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4109+ LH1828 | 12:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h15 | 5:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2015 · LH1828 | 1:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h25 | 5:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW9036+ EW7518 | 1:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h45 | 7:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW8055 · EW8552 | 1:55 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h40 | 7:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1802+ KL1529 | 2:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h15 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1507 · AF1376 | 2:35 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h25 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW7067 · EW7518 | 2:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h45 | 7:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH75 · LH1146 | 3:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h00 | 11:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1407 · AF1376 | 4:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h15 | 10:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1407 · AF1476 | 4:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 17h05 | 9:50 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW9518 | 5:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 2h05 | 7:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH4111+ LH1830 | 5:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h05 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5350+ LH1830 | 5:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h45 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA923+ BA7067 · BA7139 | 5:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h45 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA923+ BA7065 · BA7139 | 5:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h45 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1804 · KL1523 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 17h00 | 11:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1804 · KL1529 | 6:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h30 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1983 · LH1830 | 6:25 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h00 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4217+ LH1146 | 6:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h40 | 11:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5368+ LH1830 | 6:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h40 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Iconic contemporary art museum designed by Frank Gehry, famous for its titanium architecture and major modern art exhibitions.
One of Spain’s leading art museums, with strong collections spanning medieval works to modern Basque and Spanish art.
Maritime museum by the estuary covering Bilbao’s shipbuilding, port history, and relationship with the sea.
Bilbao’s historic Old Town, known for its narrow lanes, traditional architecture, lively squares, and local atmosphere.
Revitalized riverside district around the Guggenheim, ideal for walking, architecture, and skyline views.
Popular panoramic viewpoint above Bilbao with wide city views, especially attractive at sunset.
Salt cod gently cooked with olive oil, garlic, and chili until the sauce emulsifies. A Basque classic strongly associated with Bilbao and nearby coastal cuisine.
Salt cod served with a rich Bizkaian red pepper and onion sauce. It is one of the signature dishes of the province of Bizkaia.
A traditional Basque fisherman’s stew of tuna, potatoes, peppers, and onions. It is especially emblematic of the Cantabrian coast.
Well-known fine dining restaurant overlooking the river, offering a seasonal tasting-menu approach rooted in high-level Basque cooking.
Popular pintxos bar on Plaza Nueva, celebrated for creative Basque bites and a busy, classic old-town setting.
Established Bilbao dining room and deli known for quality Basque produce, seafood, ham, and a polished but traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain: pintxos and local bars can be good value, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in bars, 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Bilbao flights use the Dusseldorf Airport to Bilbao Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Bilbao airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dusseldorf Airport is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Dusseldorf 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 throughout the airport for 30 minutes, with paid options for longer use. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dusseldorf Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dusseldorf 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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