Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is eight hours behind Bilbao, where Bilbao Airport is located. Los Angeles observes the UTC-7 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your BIO to Los Angeles flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from BIO to Los Angeles. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Bilbao, BIO can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BIO? If you're boarding an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Bilbao Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that depart BIO reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Los Angeles
ج.م. 15,259 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 28,233. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from BIO to Los Angeles, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BIO to Los Angeles by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Explore without limits with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BIO to Los Angeles can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your BIO to Los Angeles flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's available, by securing your ride from VNY before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Plan your trip to Los Angeles during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BIO to Los Angeles around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Los Angeles, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.
