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$346+ Cheap flights from California to Bilbao (BIO)

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LAX — BIO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from California to Bilbao

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Bilbao (BIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$504
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$368
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from California to Bilbao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Bilbao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/189:50 pmLAX - BIO
1 stop17h 05mVueling
Thu 3/277:10 amBIO - LAX
1 stop19h 20mVueling
Deal found 1/21$504
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/168:30 amSFO - BIO
2 stops19h 25mAir Canada
Tue 4/16:45 amBIO - SFO
2 stops23h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$505
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/64:20 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop34h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 5/1412:25 pmBIO - SFO
1 stop35h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/21$535
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/48:35 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/116:45 amBIO - SFO
2 stops37h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$538
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/169:35 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop16h 15mLufthansa
Tue 4/16:45 amBIO - SFO
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$545
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/48:35 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/116:45 amBIO - SFO
2 stops45h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$555
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/43:25 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Tue 3/116:50 amBIO - SFO
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Deal found 1/20$558
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/304:30 pmLAX - BIO
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/36:10 pmBIO - LAX
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$578
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/166:30 pmSFO - BIO
2 stops32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 3/308:10 amBIO - SFO
2 stops41h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/19$595
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/165:30 amSFO - BIO
2 stops21h 00mDelta
Sun 2/2311:55 amBIO - SFO
1 stop32h 55mDelta
Deal found 1/19$612
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/167:25 pmSFO - BIO
2 stops37h 40mSWISS
Sun 2/2311:35 amBIO - SFO
2 stops37h 50mSWISS
Deal found 1/19$645
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/56:05 pmLAX - BIO
1 stop13h 50mIberia
Sat 11/155:35 pmBIO - LAX
1 stop31h 45mIberia
Deal found 1/20$649

Find flights from California to Bilbao within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Bilbao that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesBilbao

LAX - BIO

LAXBIO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

9:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Bilbao

Thu 3/27

7:10 am-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$504

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

8:30 am-11:55 am

2 stops19h 25m

Bilbao

Tue 4/1

6:45 am-9:37 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$505

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

8:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Bilbao

Tue 3/11

6:45 am-12:11 pm

2 stops37h 26m

$538

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

9:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Bilbao

Tue 4/1

6:45 am-12:40 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$545

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

8:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Bilbao

Tue 3/11

6:45 am-8:07 pm

2 stops45h 22m

$555

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

3:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Bilbao

Tue 3/11

6:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$558

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

6:30 pm-11:20 am

2 stops32h 50m

Bilbao

Sun 3/30

8:10 am-4:30 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$595

Los AngelesBilbao

LAX - BIO

LAXBIO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

8:30 am-5:00 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Bilbao

Tue 3/25

7:10 am-8:20 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$604

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

5:30 am-11:30 am

2 stops21h 00m

Bilbao

Sun 2/23

11:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop32h 55m

$612

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

7:25 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops37h 40m

Bilbao

Sun 2/23

11:35 am-4:25 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$645

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Best time to book a flight from California to Bilbao

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Travel insights for flights from California to Bilbao

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Bilbao including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Bilbao?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bilbao (average of $541). Flying from California to Bilbao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to BIO?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Bilbao. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Bilbao as you normally would.

Rainfall in Bilbao by month

Plan your trip to Bilbao by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bilbao ranges from 2.4 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Bilbao when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Bilbao by month

Plan your trip to Bilbao by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bilbao, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bilbao

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bilbao. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bilbao. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Iberia and Lufthansa from California to Bilbao by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Bilbao. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bilbao from California?

    For a flight from California to Bilbao, you will be flying into Bilbao. Bilbao (BIO) is just 3.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Bilbao one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $400 on Vueling. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $460 and Air France from $462 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Bilbao?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Bilbao, Los Angeles - Bilbao or Ontario - Bilbao when deciding on the best route from California to Bilbao.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Bilbao that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Bilbao flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Bilbao?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Bilbao.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Bilbao?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Bilbao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Bilbao?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bilbao (average of $541). Flying from California to Bilbao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Bilbao

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Bilbao. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LEVELCheapest$457Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$563Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$574Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$579Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$611Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$613Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$620Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
VuelingCheapest$657Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Air CanadaCheapest$667Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$842Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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