Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Almeria Airport (LEI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport.
Almeria's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BIO to LEI flight.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Vueling has direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Almeria — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Vueling.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between BIO and LEI include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Almeria Airport (LEI)
$72 is the best price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport flight. A return flight starts at $149. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from BIO to LEI, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BIO to LEI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BIO touch down on schedule 82.76% of the time.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near BIO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Almeria Airport (LEI)
If you have a late Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LEI:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Almeria Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Almeria's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Almeria Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Almeria Airport (LEI) to central Almeria
Almeria Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from the center of Almeria. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Almeria Airport (LEI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Almeria in January.
Lock in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Almeria Airport for July if you want to go to Almeria during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to LEI in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Almeria is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometers west of Almeria, a trip to Ceuta will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Playa de Calamocarro, Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Spain, head for Melilla, roughly 177 kilometers south of Almeria. Melilla la Vieja, Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Hernandez Park are among the biggest draws.