Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife.
Bilbao Airport is located in Bilbao. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Tenerife is 1 hour behind Bilbao.
Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is the most traveled route, with 41 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from BIO to TFN is with LEVEL at 20:20. Opt for the first departure operated by LEVEL at 06:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from BIO to Tenerife, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can get a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife. Start your trip at BIO and arrive at Tenerife North Airport (TFN).
Leading carriers that offer direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife include:
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required since you're traveling within Spain. As long as you have another valid form of identification, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
Located around 4 miles from central Bilbao, BIO can be reached in about 9 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 29 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near BIO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Tenerife
$26 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $63. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from BIO to Tenerife by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife is roughly 8 miles. It takes about 16 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 34 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFN:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is around 40 miles from central Tenerife. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife, it'll take you around 44 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 13 minutes.
After your flight from BIO to Tenerife, unwind at a hotel near TFS. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the busiest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife. To avoid the crowds, travel to Tenerife in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tenerife, with temperatures ranging from 68ºF to 82ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from BIO to Tenerife in February when temperatures average between 57ºF and 70ºF.
More about Tenerife
After booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Tenerife, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tenerife:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín and Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik are major attractions which should be on any good Tenerife itinerary.
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