Which airports can I use when flying from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Flights from Bilbao to Cape Town usually depart from Bilbao (BIO) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Bilbao to Cape Town.

Which airports do connecting flights from Bilbao to Cape Town pass through?

One-stop flights from Bilbao to Cape Town most commonly connect through: • Istanbul (IST) – 47% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 27% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 13% of one-stop connections • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 7% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Bilbao to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R16 198 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R20 983, a difference of R4 785. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Bilbao to Cape Town?

A direct flight from Bilbao to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 259 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Bilbao to Cape Town?

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 time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 02m, compared to 16h 50m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 17h 27m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

What is the time difference between Bilbao and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Bilbao (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R439 for economy cars. Top options include: • Sixt • Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Woodford • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Bilbao to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from Bilbao to Cape Town range from R15 306 to R20 977, with an average of R16 964 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 306 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Return flights from Bilbao to Cape Town typically range from R15 306 to R20 977. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 300 on Turkish Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Turkish Airlines (R12 300) and Air France (R12 596) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Bilbao to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular stopover for the Bilbao to Cape Town route. 47% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via IST.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Bilbao to Cape Town?

Flights via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R15 243. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Bilbao to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) had the shortest average connection time for Bilbao to Cape Town stopovers at 9h over the past 3 months.

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R12 300

Typical prices: R15 306-R20 977

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January

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Cheapest • Avg R15 243 (return)

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Shortest trip • 16h 02m (one-way)

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Thu, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 17

12:15 - 6:25BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 11:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

28h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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3+ days ago

Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 14

11:55 - 23:00BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

18h 40m1 stop Istanbul

R12 300Turkish Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 18

17:15 - 12:05BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 50m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

18h 40m1 stop Istanbul

R12 399Turkish Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 17

12:15 - 6:25BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

15:20 - 11:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

21h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle

R12 481Air France

3+ days ago

Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25

7:10 - 22:40BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

8:30 - 22:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R12 596Air France

3+ days ago

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24

11:55 - 22:40BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:30 - 16:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

17h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 629KLM

3+ days ago

Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 17

12:15 - 6:25BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 11:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

28h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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3+ days ago

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15

7:50 - 21:00BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 10m1 stop London Gatwick

11:30 - 22:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

36h 05m1 stop London Gatwick

R13 254Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25

7:10 - 6:25BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 17:25CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

33h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 270Air France

3+ days ago

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24

18:10 - 22:40BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

0:30 - 17:25CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

17h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 353Air France

3+ days ago

Recent last minute flight deals from Bilbao to Cape Town

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

7:50 - 9:30BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 40m1 stop London Gatwick

23:55 - 15:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

16h 50m1 stop London Gatwick

R13 435Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

7:50 - 9:30BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 40m1 stop London Gatwick

23:55 - 15:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

16h 50m1 stop London Gatwick

R13 501Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

7:50 - 9:30BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 40m1 stop London Gatwick

23:55 - 15:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

16h 50m1 stop London Gatwick

R13 895Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

7:50 - 9:30BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 40m1 stop London Gatwick

23:55 - 7:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

32h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Madrid Barajas

R15 589Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

10:00 - 23:00BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 00m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Istanbul

23:55 - 15:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

16h 50m1 stop London Gatwick

R15 721Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

10:00 - 23:00BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 00m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Istanbul

23:55 - 15:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

16h 50m1 stop London Gatwick

R15 737Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

16:40 - 14:10BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole

23:55 - 7:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

32h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Madrid Barajas

R17 694Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

16:40 - 14:10BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole

23:55 - 7:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

32h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Madrid Barajas

R17 941Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

16:40 - 14:10BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole

23:55 - 7:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

32h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Madrid Barajas

R18 220Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20

16:40 - 18:00BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 20m2 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl

9:00 - 16:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

32h 00m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Milan Malpensa

R18 220Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

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How much is a return flight from Bilbao to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Bilbao to Cape Town departing in February.

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High season	September
Cheapest flight	R12 300

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Bilbao to Cape Town?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Bilbao to Cape Town.
How long is a flight from Bilbao to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Bilbao to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 259 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Bilbao to Cape Town?
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 Bilbao to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Bilbao to Cape Town range from R15 306 to R20 977, with an average of R16 964 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 306 counts as a good deal.
Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?
Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R439 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Bilbao to Cape Town?
Flights from Bilbao to Cape Town usually depart from Bilbao (BIO) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Bilbao to Cape Town pass through?
One-stop flights from Bilbao to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 47% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 27% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bilbao to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Bilbao to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R16 198 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R20 983, a difference of R4 785.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Bilbao to Cape Town?
Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 02m, compared to 16h 50m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 17h 27m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).
What is the time difference between Bilbao and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Bilbao (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average R16 198, which is about R4 785 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bilbao to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R11 774 return in that month – typically R10 722 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

• Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
• Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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