Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC five hours behind Bilbao.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BIO to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between BIO and IAD:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is ج.م. 16,779. A return plane ticket right now is ج.م. 20,169. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BIO to IAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BIO to IAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
82.76% of flights leaving Bilbao Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of BIO.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BIO:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience more of Washington DC and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Bilbao Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BIO to IAD in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without visiting Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
