BIO - Bilbao Airport
Bilbao, Spain
IATA Code: BIO · Bilbao, Spain
The airport code BIO is the IATA identifier for Bilbao Airport. You may also find it referred to as Bilbao Airport (BIO).
Bilbao Airport (BIO) serves Bilbao, Spain, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BIO is the IATA airport code for Bilbao Airport, located in Bilbao, Spain. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.3011°N, 2.9106°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BIO
- City
- Bilbao
- Country
- Spain
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Latitude
- 43.3011°
- Longitude
- -2.9106°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BIO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIT - Vitoria | 49 km | $756 | $2/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 75 km | $1,157 | $2/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 91 km | $1,404 | $3/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 105 km | $1,620 | $3/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 113 km | $1,743 | $3/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 119 km | $1,836 | $4/passenger |
| RGS - Burgos | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 237 km | $3,656 | $7/passenger |
| VLL - Valladolid | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 254 km | $3,919 | $8/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 301 km | $4,644 | $9/passenger |
| TOJ - Madrid | 315 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| MAD - Madrid | 319 km | $4,922 | $10/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 326 km | $5,030 | $10/passenger |
| ILD - Lleida | 332 km | $5,122 | $10/passenger |
| CNG - Cognac | 333 km | $5,138 | $10/passenger |
| ECV - Madrid | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 337 km | $5,199 | $10/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 350 km | $5,400 | $11/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 354 km | $5,462 | $11/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 364 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| ANG - Angouleme | 367 km | $5,662 | $11/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 371 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| NIT - Niort | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| EDM - La Roche-sur-yon | 397 km | $6,125 | $12/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 400 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 410 km | $6,325 | $13/passenger |
| REU - Reus | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 421 km | $6,495 | $13/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| CDT - Castellón de la Plana | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| LIG - Limoges | 431 km | $6,649 | $13/passenger |
| NTE - Nantes | 440 km | $6,788 | $14/passenger |
| LCG - La Coruna | 442 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| PIS - Poitiers | 445 km | $6,865 | $14/passenger |
| LBY - La Baule | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| SCQ - Santiago | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 450 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BIO Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BIO
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Bilbao
Bilbao experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BIO
As a European airport, BIO falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via BIO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Bilbao Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BIO
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BIO are VIT, SDR, EAS — consider these for potentially lower fares