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

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

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Cape Town to Bilbao most commonly connect through: • Istanbul (IST) – 56% of one-stop connections • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 41% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Cape Town to Bilbao. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 063 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R18 610, a difference of R6 547. 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 long is a flight from Cape Town to Bilbao?

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

Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town 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.

Have flight prices from Cape Town to Bilbao changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 379 to R34 428. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cape Town to Bilbao looking right now?

One-way fares from Cape Town to Bilbao are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R7 642.

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

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 04m, compared to 17h 54m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 20h 58m via Istanbul (IST).

What is the time difference between Cape Town and Bilbao?

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

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

Bilbao Airport (BIO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R528 for economy cars. Top options include: • Record go • Goldcar Rental SP • CLICK RENT • Centauro • Rentbycar

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Bilbao range from R12 853 to R18 610, with an average of R14 709 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 853 counts as a good deal.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Bilbao typically range from R12 853 to R18 610. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 379 on KLM.

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

KLM (R12 379) and Turkish Airlines (R12 894) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Bilbao according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular stopover for the Cape Town to Bilbao route. 56% 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 Cape Town to Bilbao?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R14 709. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Bilbao stopovers at 9h 17m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest return flight

R12 379

Typical prices: R12 853-R18 610

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Typical prices: R5 658-R8 827

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November

Cheapest • 28% price drop

August

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Frankfurt am Main (FRA)

Cheapest • Avg R14 709 (return)

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Shortest trip • 16h 04m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Bilbao

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

7:30 - 16:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

34h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

6:50 - 22:40BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 379KLM

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

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

18h 40m1 stop Istanbul

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

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R12 894Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22

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

18h 40m1 stop Istanbul

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

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R12 960Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

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

18h 40m1 stop Istanbul

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

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R13 010Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

8:30 - 16:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

33h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

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

22h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 226Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24

8:30 - 16:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

33h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

6:50 - 6:25BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 658KLM

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

18:35 - 21:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

28h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Milan Malpensa

6:50 - 10:45BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 55m2 stops Milan Malpensa Frankfurt am Main

R13 708Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

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

18h 40m1 stop Istanbul

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

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

R14 256Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

9:30 - 11:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

26h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:50 - 7:40BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 50m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R15 519Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

9:30 - 11:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BIO Bilbao

26h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

7:30 - 7:40BIO Bilbao-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

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High season	August
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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Bilbao?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Bilbao.
How long is a flight from Cape Town to Bilbao?
A direct flight from Cape Town to Bilbao takes 00m, covering 14 259 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Bilbao flight?
Return flights from Cape Town to Bilbao range from R12 853 to R18 610, with an average of R14 709 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 853 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cape Town to Bilbao changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 379 to R34 428. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cape Town to Bilbao looking right now?
One-way fares from Cape Town to Bilbao are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R7 642.
Which car hire options are available at Bilbao Airport (BIO)?
Bilbao Airport (BIO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R528 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• CLICK RENT
• Centauro
• Rentbycar
Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Bilbao?
Flights from Cape Town to Bilbao usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Bilbao (BIO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Bilbao pass through?
One-stop flights from Cape Town to Bilbao most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 56% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 41% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 3% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Bilbao?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Cape Town to Bilbao. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 063 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R18 610, a difference of R6 547.

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 Cape Town to Bilbao?
Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 04m, compared to 17h 54m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 20h 58m via Istanbul (IST).
What is the time difference between Cape Town and Bilbao?
Bilbao is 1 hour behind Cape Town (Central European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 063, which is about R6 547 less than Thursday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Bilbao trip for November. Fares historically average R10 634 return in that month – typically R8 474 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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