London to Bilbao (LHR–BIO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LHR–BIO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Vueling leads the route. The flight covers 576 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY Vueling | 7 | 320 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bilbao from London
| Metric | LHR→BIO | LGW→BIO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LHR | – | 25 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 37 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
LHR: GMT · BIO: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Bilbao.
British passport holders enter Spain visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit. ID cards are no longer accepted for UK nationals.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can request proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (EUR 113.40 per person per day, minimum EUR 1,020.60 for any stay, as set by Spanish authorities). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. The Canary Islands and Balearic Islands are part of the Schengen zone and count toward the same 90 days.
Direct flights from London to Madrid run 2 hours 25 minutes, to Barcelona 2 hours 15 minutes, to Malaga 2 hours 50 minutes. Budget carriers (Ryanair, easyJet, Vueling, Wizz Air) serve dozens of UK-Spain routes from regional airports. Spain uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for short visits but an International Driving Permit (IDP) is technically required for car rental, though most rental agencies accept the UK license alone.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–BIO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to BIO
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Bilbao Airport (BIO) are connected by nonstop service from Vueling. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LHR to BIO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to BIO ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 576 miles (927 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via KRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LGW).