Traveling from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao is eight hours ahead of Salt Lake City and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your SLC to BIO flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to tour a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Salt Lake City Airport to Bilbao Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is a well-known stop between SLC and BIO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is $331. A return fare is currently $612. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SLC to BIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Bilbao Airport.
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Handy information about Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
SLC's address is 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SLC land at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Salt Lake City Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Salt Lake City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SLC? If you're boarding an early flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Bilbao Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Salt Lake City Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and explore beyond Bilbao's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Bilbao Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bilbao. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Salt Lake City Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SLC to BIO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometers south-east of Bilbao, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 338 kilometers south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another favorite stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
