Travelling from Cork Airport (ORK) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao is one hour ahead of Cork and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ORK to BIO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport. These are the top stopovers between ORK and BIO:
Manchester Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Valencia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, P2,961 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P6,236. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ORK to BIO, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ORK to BIO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Cork Airport (ORK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cork Airport, data shows 70.51% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Cork Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Cork. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near ORK:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Reserve a hotel near BIO if you're taking a late Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and discover Bilbao and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bilbao Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
From Bilbao Airport, Bilbao is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The quietest month for a flight from Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Bilbao based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Bilbao is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Cork Airport to Bilbao Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORK to BIO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Bilbao. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.