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Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Lufthansa and Lufthansa City Airlines. Average duration is 2h 10m
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HHN - BIO
Cheapest • 28% average savings
FRA - BIO
Most popular
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Lufthansa
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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June
Cheapest • 4% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)
Cheapest • Avg 136 € (return)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 3h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao at 281 € return.
•December (374 €) and March (324 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights

Low season

December
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in traveller numbers.

When to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:10 and lands at 10:20
    • Latest: departs at 21:15 and lands at 23:25.

    The flight takes about 2h 10m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao takes 2h 10m, covering 1.868 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao range from 236 € to 359 €, with an average of 292 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 236 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the 292 € route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 136 € return via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN), compared with 292 € for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    Lufthansa is the only airline operating Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 31 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which car hire options are available at Bilbao Airport (BIO)?

    Bilbao Airport (BIO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 2 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Rentbycar
    • Centauro

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao may depart from several airports in Frankfurt am Main area, including Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN). Flights usually arrive at Bilbao (BIO).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 31m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao most commonly connect through:

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 279 € return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at 319 €, a difference of 40 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    2 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main and Bilbao. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Lufthansa City Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 37m, compared to 4h 28m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 4h 29m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights?

    Among airlines operating Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Lufthansa City Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average 279 €, about 40 € less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao trip for June. Fares historically average 281 € return in that month – typically 94 € less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 136 € return on this route – about 156 € less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Find which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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