Flights Valencia → Bilbao
VLC → BIO
Route overview
This flight route operates between Valencia and Bilbao, connecting two cities with distinct histories in aviation. The journey is served by a mix of aircraft including the Canadair Regional Jet 200 and 900, as well as the Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 72, catering to diverse travel needs. The destination airport, which opened in 1948, sees over six million passengers annually, highlighting its significance in regional air traffic.
The Valencia (VLC) → Bilbao (BIO) route is operated by Iberia Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 10.6/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Bilbao the average ATFM delay is 1.7 minutes (main cause: ATC pre-departure). Departing from Valencia the average ATFM delay is 5.9 minutes.
Heading to Bilbao: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Valencia (VLC) to Bilbao (BIO) heads north-west for about 470 km, a flight time of roughly 1h 0m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Valencia the average ATFM delay is 5.9 min (ATC pre-departure); arriving into Bilbao it is 1.7 min (ATC pre-departure).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iberia Airlines (IB) | 86% | 17 min | 4.8% |
Airlines operating VLC-BIO
Frequently asked questions about VLC-BIO
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 1 airline: Iberia Airlines.
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The Valencia-Bilbao route is about 470 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €250, barring extraordinary circumstances.
