Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is 5 hours behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located. Washington DC operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from BIO to Washington DC. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from BIO to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you hold a passport from Spain, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
BIO is about 6 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 29 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BIO:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Washington DC
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC is R 6,204. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,257. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BIO to Washington DC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 43 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to DCA if you have a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 3 hours and 26 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near IAD. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from BIO to Washington DC at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Washington DC
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC. July is the most popular month to travel to Washington DC. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BIO to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
Once you've booked your flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington DC, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are attractions you won't want to skip in Washington DC.
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