Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome.
Your FCO to BIO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Bilbao (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Volotea. This popular airline offers direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Volotea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between FCO and BIO:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, $28 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $57. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from FCO to BIO by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from FCO to BIO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to FCO? If you've booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BIO if you're on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and chase adventure across Bilbao and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometers from central Bilbao. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bilbao. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you want to visit Bilbao during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FCO to BIO in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bilbao. Around 241 kilometers away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 338 kilometers south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another favorite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.