Cork to Bilbao (ORK–BIO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ORK–BIO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Aer Lingus leads the route. The flight covers 644 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EI Aer Lingus | 3 | 320 | 1h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bilbao from Cork
| Metric | ORK→BIO | DUB→BIO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORK | – | 144 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 2h 5m |
Travel Essentials
ORK: IST · BIO: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cork, it's 7:00 PM in Bilbao.
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ORK–BIO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORK to BIO
Cork International Airport (ORK) and Bilbao Airport (BIO) are connected by nonstop service from Aer Lingus. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ORK to BIO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORK to BIO ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 644 miles (1,037 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MUC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dublin (DUB).