Serving Bilbao, the most important city of the Basque Country in Spain, Bilbao Airport is the largest aerodrome in Northern Spain. Bilbao Airport is a major hub for the northern region and serves destinations all over Europe.
The most prominent part of the airport is the new main terminal building, which was opened in 2000 and designed by Santiago Calatrava. Private jet charter services mainly use Bilbao Airport for flights to Northern Spain.
Spain private jet charter prices
Although Bilbao air charter fees depend on variables such as the number of passengers, departure airport, flight time, aircraft position, flight date, the prices for private jet charter from Istanbul → Bilbao are as follows.
| Light Jet | 18.800 EUR |
| Midsize Jet | 22.600 EUR |
| Heavy Jet | 33.600 EUR |
These prices are average amounts and you can contact us on our flight reservation screen or by phone for the most accurate price information.
Bilbao Airport history from the Spanish Civil War to the present
After various aviation experiences in Bizkaia province, the first steps were taken to build an aerodrome in Bilbao in October 1927. However, it was not until 1936 that the Aviation Administration gave permission to build an aerodrome in Sondika. When the permission was granted, the Spanish civil war broke out, but the construction of the airport was started and the port was used as a military air base at first.
In 1938, the second airport development phase began and it was decided to build an airport for civilian use at the Sondika site. After the decision, the works progressed very slowly and the new terminal building was only opened in 1950. On September 1, 1965, the name of the airport was changed to Bilbao Airport, which is still used today.
Between 1964 and 1965, an instrument landing system (ILS) and a weather radar were installed to detect storms; The runway was increased to 2000 meters and the apron to 12.000 square meters. The runway was paved in 1975, its direction changed to 10-28 as a result of the change in magnetic declination. In 1977, the parking lot was expanded, a connection lane was built, and an ILS system was installed. 12-30 runway with a length of 2.600 meters was opened in the same year and the airport was granted the first category status the following year.
A new taxiway with two rapid exits and a new apron were built in 1996. In May 1999, the new control tower became operational, facilitating aerodrome operations while providing a better overview of the airport. On November 19, 2000, the new terminal area was opened in the northern region.
Places to visit in Bilbao
The city of Bilbao, the largest city in the Basque Country, is the most important city bearing the traces of Spain and Basque culture. The city municipality, which has given importance to modern arts in recent years, is trying to make the city the culture and arts capital of the region.
Guggenheim Museum, which attracts tourists with its futuristic architecture, Bilbao Cathedral (Donejakue Cathedral) which is the oldest gothic structure of Bizyak Bay, Dogs Fountain (Fuente del Perro), one of the symbols of the city, Mercado de la Ribera, Europe’s largest indoor market, Plaza Berria, located in Casco Viejo, which is considered the historical center of the city, and the Zubizuri Bridge, which is one of the most beautiful examples of avant-garde architecture, are among the areas that attract most tourists in the city.
Transportation information for Bilbao airport
The easiest way to reach Bilbao Airport, which is 12 km from the city center, is to use the Bizkaibus bus numbered A3247. The buses, which depart every 15 minutes, serve between 06:15-00:00. Outside of these hours, airport passenger services provide transportation.
Apart from bus and passenger services, the most preferred means of transportation are taxis, which provide 24/7 service within the airport. Apart from the taxis, many private car rental companies provide service within the airport. Passengers who want to reach the city center with their private vehicle can reach the city center in about 10 minutes via the BI-30 main road.
