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$319+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Bilbao (BIO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BIO
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Bilbao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Bilbao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/119:40 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1812:50 pmBIO - SFO
2 stops33h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/255:25 pmSFO - BIO
2 stops20h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/212:50 pmBIO - SFO
1 stop32h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:30 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop19h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:45 amBIO - SFO
1 stop22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$574
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/123:40 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop16h 40mDelta
Sun 11/167:25 amBIO - SFO
2 stops22h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/25$591
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/119:40 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Thu 12/186:45 amBIO - SFO
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/27$592
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/89:40 pmSFO - BIO
1 stop16h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/156:45 amBIO - SFO
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$596
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/118:25 amSFO - BIO
3 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/187:10 amBIO - SFO
2 stops23h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$632
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/192:45 pmSFO - BIO
2 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Fri 11/287:25 amBIO - SFO
1 stop21h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/28$636

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Bilbao

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Bilbao (BIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$519
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$319
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$572
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Bilbao that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Bilbao that are best for you.

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San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Bilbao

Thu 3/19

11:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$522

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

1:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Bilbao

Tue 3/17

6:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$522

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Bilbao

Wed 3/18

11:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$522

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

1:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Bilbao

Thu 3/19

12:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$522

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Bilbao

Wed 3/18

11:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$522

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

3:40 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Bilbao

Thu 3/19

6:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$522

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

3:05 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Bilbao

Wed 4/22

6:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 55m

$525

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

8:55 am-5:20 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Bilbao

Thu 3/19

6:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$527

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

8:55 am-5:20 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Bilbao

Thu 3/19

6:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$527

San FranciscoBilbao

SFO - BIO

SFOBIO

San Francisco

Thu 2/12

8:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Bilbao

Sun 2/22

6:45 am-1:28 am

2 stops27h 43m

$529

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Bilbao

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Bilbao in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Bilbao flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Bilbao flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Bilbao flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Bilbao flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Bilbao flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Bilbao

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Bilbao from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Bilbao

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Bilbao?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Bilbao. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Bilbao is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Bilbao?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bilbao (average of $395). Flying from San Francisco to Bilbao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $901). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to BIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Bilbao. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Bilbao in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Bilbao?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Bilbao. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Bilbao flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bilbao

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bilbao. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bilbao. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Bilbao. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,000 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,533 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Bilbao?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Bilbao in 16h 40m. Fly via Delta or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from San Francisco to Bilbao is about 5678 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Bilbao round-trip?

    Currently priced at $427, LEVEL will fly you from San Francisco to Bilbao and back. In addition to LEVEL, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $447 and $470, respectively. LEVEL is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Bilbao that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Bilbao flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Bilbao?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Bilbao.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Bilbao?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Bilbao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Bilbao?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bilbao (average of $395). Flying from San Francisco to Bilbao in June is currently the most expensive (average of $901). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Bilbao

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Bilbao. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LEVELCheapest$427Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$447Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$470Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$472Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$589Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$612Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$675Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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