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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
6%Trains are 6% more expensive in Bilbao than in Johannesburg.
JohannesburgR 34,00
BilbaoR 35,95
MealMid-priced restaurant
59%The average meal is 59% more expensive in Bilbao than in Johannesburg.
JohannesburgR 200,00
BilbaoR 317,22
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
394%Taxis are 394% more expensive in Bilbao than in Johannesburg.
JohannesburgR 20,00
BilbaoR 98,87
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
10%Coffee is 10% more expensive in Bilbao than in Johannesburg.
JohannesburgR 38,75
BilbaoR 42,74
Exchange rate
1 ZAR = 0.05 EUR
1 EUR = 21.6 ZAR
Last checked on Wed, 04/30
Distance: 8348 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA)How far from city centre: 48 kms
Bilbao airports
Loiu (BIO)How far from city centre: 4 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Johannesburg to Bilbao

Planning a trip from Johannesburg to Bilbao? Flights between these two vibrant cities typically involve one or more connections, and the journey can take upwards of 16 hours, depending on the chosen route and layovers. Book your flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg with eDreams.

Time Difference between Johannesburg and Bilbao

Bilbao is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg. Please remember to check for Daylight Saving Time adjustments, as these can affect the time difference.

Best Time to Fly to Bilbao

Bilbao experiences mild weather throughout the year. The city has mild winters and warm summers. However, the best time to visit Bilbao is during spring (March-May) or autumn (September-October) for pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds.

Spring temperatures range from 10°C to 20°C, summer temperatures average around 25°C, autumn temperatures vary between 15°C to 25°C and winter temperatures are around 10°C.

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Johannesburg Airports

Find flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg, departing from one of the city's main airports:

Airport Information

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Johannesburg's primary airport, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is located in Kempton Park, Gauteng, approximately 23km east of Johannesburg city centre. It is the largest and busiest airport in Africa, and a major hub for domestic and international flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is a slightly smaller, yet modern airport about 35km from Johannesburg's city centre. It's a convenient option for flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg, especially for those travelling between Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban.

Main Airlines for this route

Consider these airlines for your flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg:

  • Air France
  • KLM
  • Lufthansa

Bilbao Airports

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Airport Information

Bilbao Airport (BIO)

Bilbao Airport (BIO), designed by Santiago Calatrava, is located 9 km north of Bilbao, in Loiu. This modern airport offers various facilities such as restaurants, cafés, bars, duty-free shops, and car rental services including eDreams. You can easily find flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg.

From Bilbao Airport to the city centre, you can take the Bizkaibus, a taxi, or rent a car. The bus departs every 30 minutes and takes approximately 12 minutes to reach the city centre. Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, and several car rental companies, including eDreams, operate at the airport, allowing you to explore Bilbao and the surrounding areas at your own pace. Consider booking your flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg with eDreams.

What to Do and See in Bilbao

Planning your flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg? Bilbao, a vibrant city in the Basque Country, has much to offer. From world-class museums to charming old streets, Bilbao is a feast for the senses.

  • Guggenheim Museum Bilbao: Explore modern and contemporary art in a stunning building designed by Frank Gehry.
  • Casco Viejo (Old Town): Wander through the historic heart of Bilbao, with its narrow streets, colourful buildings, and traditional pintxo bars.
  • Bilbao Estuary: Take a boat trip down the Nervión River for unique views of the city's landmarks, including the Guggenheim Museum and the Bizkaia Bridge. This is an unmissable aspect of visiting Bilbao, especially when you consider flights to Bilbao from Johannesburg.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to Bilbao

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Spain. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Johannesburg to Bilbao, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to Bilbao is R7751. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Bilbao more expensive than Johannesburg to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Bilbao costs about $ 98.87 ZAR, 394% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of $ 20.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 6% more at Bilbao: $ 35.95 ZAR versus $ 34.00 ZAR at Johannesburg.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 317.22 ZAR in Bilbao, 59% more than the 200.00 ZAR in Johannesburg.

The price of the coffee is around 10% more expensive in Bilbao, with an average of 42.74 ZAR , while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 38.75 ZAR.

How is the weather in Bilbao compared to Johannesburg?
While in Johannesburg the temperatures can reach an average of 31.84 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6 mm ,Bilbao's temperatures can go up to 33.43 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -1.92 ºC in Bilbao, compared to the -0.43 ºC average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while Bilbao have an average of 6 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Johannesburg and Bilbao?

The main route from Johannesburg to Bilbao is: OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Loiu (BIO). The following airlines fly this route:

Air France.

Lufthansa.

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