Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is seven hours behind Bilbao.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your BIO to Mexico City flight.
During popular months like May, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BIO to Mexico City with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Bilbao to BIO takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BIO:
85% of flights departing from Bilbao Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of BIO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Mexico City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Mexico City flight is P32,227. The cheapest price for a return flight is P49,176. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BIO to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and snap up a sweet deal.
Picking up a cheap flight from BIO to Mexico City couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a new discount appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 13 kilometers. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MEX if you have a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BIO to Mexico City.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 56 kilometers from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours or so.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Settle in here after your BIO to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City. September is the most popular month to travel to Mexico City. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in November.
The warmest month in Mexico City is May, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Bilbao Airport to Mexico City plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BIO to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Mexico City, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are leading attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey about 467 kilometers west to Guadalajara to tick off its top attractions. From Guadalajara Cathedral to Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Mexico, head for Puebla, about 105 kilometers southeast of Mexico City. Zócalo de Puebla, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Centro Histórico de Puebla are the start of reasons to visit.