Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Southampton Airport (SOU): what you need to know
The timezone in Southampton is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Bilbao.
Leave enough time to make your BIO to SOU flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between BIO and SOU:
Alicante-Elche Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Southampton Airport (SOU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport flight is R 2,069. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 3,986. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BIO to SOU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
82.76% of flights departing from Bilbao Airport reach their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of BIO.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BIO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Southampton Airport (SOU)
Reserve a hotel near SOU if you're taking a late Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Southampton Airport rental car and discover Southampton and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Southampton Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
Southampton Airport to central Southampton has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Southampton Airport (SOU)
The quietest month for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Southampton based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Bilbao Airport to Southampton Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Southampton, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BIO to SOU around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Southampton. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 177 kilometres north of Southampton. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are the start of reasons to visit.