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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Bilbao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P6,435. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bilbao.P3,775 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,775, select.
Bilbao.P3,775 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,775, select.
Bilbao.P3,793 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,793, select.
Bilbao.P3,804 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,804, select.
Bilbao.P4,368 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,368, select.
Bilbao.P4,524 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,524, select.
Bilbao.P4,896 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,896, select.
Bilbao.P5,081 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,081, select.
Bilbao.P5,105 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,105, select.
Bilbao.P5,324 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,324, select.
Bilbao.P6,111 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,111, select.
Bilbao.P6,249 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,249, select.
Bilbao.P7,151 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,151, select.
Bilbao.P8,817 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,817, select.
Bilbao.P9,160 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Bilbao.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,160, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Bilbao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from P4,906
Jul
from P3,811
Aug
from P3,800
Sep
from P3,782
Oct
from P3,782
Nov
from P5,335
Dec
from P6,123
Jan
from P4,533
Feb
from P5,115
Mar
from P7,165
Apr
from P9,178
May
from P6,261

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Bilbao

Edinburgh to Bilbao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

Bilbao

5km from central Bilbao
Closest
from P3,775
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Vitoria

46km from central Bilbao
from P4,509
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Santander

74km from central Bilbao
Cheapest
from P2,247
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Edinburgh to Bilbao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP3,782
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineVueling Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Bilbao is P6,448. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Bilbao.
Vueling Airlines and British Airways fly direct from Edinburgh to Bilbao.
As of June 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Bilbao.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Bilbao is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport on Tuesday, 14 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bilbao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair and Vueling Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bilbao.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Bilbao is one hour ahead of Edinburgh and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your EDI to BIO flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Vueling is your gateway to discovering Bilbao (and maybe even some other great parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Vueling.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between EDI and BIO include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Dublin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport flight is P3,782. A return fare is currently P6,435. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to BIO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EDI to BIO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:

Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bilbao Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar to explore Bilbao and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Bilbao Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao

  • Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometers away.

  • It takes roughly 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Bilbao. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you want to explore Bilbao during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from EDI to BIO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've visited Bilbao, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometers south-east to Zaragoza to tick off its leading attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another side of Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 338 kilometers south-west of Bilbao. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Edinburgh to Bilbao

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.