Bilbao Airport to Bilbao city centre
Price your transfer
What is included
- A private vehicle for your group. No sharing, no other stops.
- A fixed price with tolls and taxes in. Nothing is added at the end.
- Flight tracking. Land late and the pick-up moves, not the price.
- 60 minutes of free waiting after the flight lands.
- Free cancellation until 24 hours before pick-up.
- One suitcase and one bag per passenger. More than that, tell us when you book.
The journey
Twenty minutes down into the valley. The Casco Viejo is pedestrian; the Guggenheim and Abandoibarra are on the riverside and easy to reach by car.
Arriving at Bilbao Airport
Bilbao's airport is twelve kilometres north of the city, in the hills above the estuary. The Guggenheim and the old town are both in the centre, and San Sebastián is an hour east on the AP-8.
- The Basque coast road is slower but far more scenic than the motorway.
- San Sebastián has its own small airport, but most international flights arrive here.
How long it really takes
Maps says 20 minutes. That is the driving. Door to door from the moment you land is a different number, and it is the one worth planning around.
Realistically, 50 to 95 minutes after landing. If someone is waiting for you, that is the number to give them.
When to book
Booking early costs the same as booking late — the price does not move. What moves is whether there is a car left.
Cancellation is free until 24 hours before, so booking early costs you nothing if the plan changes.
FAQ
How long does it take to get from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao city centre?
About 20 minutes for the 12 km, outside peak traffic. Your driver knows the route and follows the flight, so a delayed landing moves the pick-up rather than costing you the transfer.
How much is a transfer from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao city centre?
From €55 for up to four passengers, and €82 for a group of five to eight in a van. The price is fixed when you book — tolls and taxes included, nothing added at the end.
What happens if my flight is late?
We track the flight number you give us. The driver waits and adjusts to the actual landing time, with 60 minutes of free waiting after the plane touches down.
Where do I meet the driver at Bilbao Airport?
In the arrivals hall after you clear customs. The day before your trip we send you the driver's name, phone number and vehicle, and they contact you with the exact spot.
Can I cancel?
Free up to 24 hours before pick-up, refunded in full and automatically. On many routes you can also book without paying and we only charge the card 48 hours before you travel.