The best way to rent a car at Bilbao Airport through FindYCar

The best way to rent a car at Bilbao Airport through FindYCar

Here are a few simple steps you need to take on FindYCar:

  1. Select the vehicle that best suits your trip.
  2. Start your reservation, select extras, and add details.
  3. Review the form and Pay Now to confirm your reservation. A 100% or 20% deposit is required.
Location

Location

  • You are free to specify any place you like to pick up your vehicle (This could be a city, airport, or delivery)
  • Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.
Booking

Booking

  • Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
  • Book a car through our website and make the payment online
  • You will receive an e-mail voucher with the rental company’s contacts and pick-up instructions.
Pick-Up

Pick-Up

  • When picking up the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driver’s license, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
  • Sign the rental agreement, pick up the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Rental Bilbao Airport: Best of FindYCar

Car Rental Bilbao Airport
Car Rental Bilbao Airport

BIO drops arrivals into the heart of the Basque Country, where the Guggenheim’s titanium shimmer is just the gateway to a region obsessed with food, tradition, and dramatic landscapes. Most travelers head straight into the city for museum visits and pintxos crawls, never realizing the airport’s position makes coastal villages, wine valleys, and mountain peaks equally accessible.

Renting a car at Bilbao Airport lets you skip crowded transport connections and drive directly into the striking scenery of the Basque Country. Starting your journey from the terminal is the most efficient choice because it enables you to:

  • Bypass the busy city center entirely, giving you a direct route to San Sebastián’s beaches or Rioja’s vineyards without navigating confusing one-way streets
  • Reach iconic coastal villages like Mundaka and Bermeo within thirty minutes, allowing your seaside adventure to begin the moment you clear customs.
  • Eliminate the wait for public transport schedules, which is especially valuable if you arrive on an early morning flight or a late-night landing.

Book now to start the best type of driving experience right after your plane lands.

What’s the price of car hire at Bilbao Airport?

Thanks to strong competition among providers, car hire at Bilbao Airport remains fairly affordable despite its convenience. Prepare yourself to pay this:

  • Economy cars: €28-€54 per day
  • Mid-range cars: €52-€82 per day
  • SUVs and minivans: €84-€137 per day
  • Luxury cars: €141+ per day

Airport pickups cost more than downtown alternatives, but smart strategies keep the convenience from destroying your budget. Here’s how to maximize value:

  • Compare the price and search for the best offers via FindYCar
  • Opt for a long-term car rental
  • Feel free to use the free extras
  • Make your reservation as early as you can.

This is how you can compare the prices:

Table of rental prices for popular cars at Bilbao Airport by season

Car model Body type Passengers Luggage capacity Price per day (low season) Price per day (high season)
Fiat 500 Mini / Economy 4 1 €10 €30
Seat Ibiza Economy / Compact 5 2 €11 €35
VW Polo Compact 5 2 €12 €42
Nissan Qashqai SUV 5 2-3 €21 €60
Opel Insignia Standard / Estate 5 3-4 €26 €65
Mercedes C-Class Luxury / Premium 5 3-4 €38 €96
Polestar 2 Electric 5 3 €25 €75
Toyota C-HR Hybrid SUV Hybrid 5 3 €49 €125
Opel Zafira Minivan 7 4-5 €46 €140
BMW X1 SUV Premium 5 3 €45 €90

⚠️ Note: The listed prices are approximate and may vary depending on the pickup location (Bilbao Airport), rental provider, booking date, vehicle model, insurance options, and rental period. The table shows average market rates and does not guarantee availability at the stated prices. It may also include offers with no deposit or no credit card where available. Actual prices can differ due to promotions and how far in advance you book.

Chart of car rental prices at Bilbao Airport: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

Our experience in the car rental market at Bilbao Airport allows us to present a detailed view of seasonal price fluctuations. All data was collected based on confirmed car rental bookings made through the FindYCar website. The analysis includes all vehicle types and classes, including rentals without a deposit and without a credit card.

Our results show that the lowest prices are recorded in February at just €13 per day. March also remains affordable at €15 per day, while October offers rates of €18 per day. The highest prices are seen in August at €35 per day and July at €33 per day, which is 169% higher than the February minimum. December is also marked by relatively high prices at €28 per day.

Confirmed bookings through our platform indicate that spring offers moderate rates, with April at €23, May at €21, and June at €24 per day. In autumn, prices decrease in September to €23 and in October to €18, although November rises again to €25 per day. January starts at €19 per day. The overall price difference between the cheapest and most expensive months reaches 169%.

Our statistics suggest that the best time to save money is from February to March and in October. Planning your trip outside the summer months can help you save more than half of your budget compared to August prices.

19 €
JAN
13 €
FEB
15 €
MAR
23 €
APR
21 €
MAY
24 €
JUN
33 €
JUL
35 €
AUG
23 €
SEP
18 €
OCT
25 €
NOV
28 €
DEC

Renting a car at Bilbao Airport: What documents do I need?

Typically, tourists won’t need more than four documents to rent a car at Bilbao Airport:

  • Driver’s license
  • Credit card
  • Passport
  • Booking voucher.

Please ensure your documents are legible and valid.

Traffic Rules

Traffic Rules

Once you leave the terminal, you merge straight onto the BI-631, where traffic flows briskly, and local drivers anticipate decisive, confident driving. Knowing these basics before going for a car rental at Bilbao Airport is essential:

  1. Drive on the right side of the road.
  2. Roundabouts dominate the access roads, and traffic already inside always has priority.
  3. Urban speeds are capped at 50 km/h, rising to 90 km/h on secondary roads, 100 km/h on dual carriageways, and 120 km/h on autopistas.
  4. Seat belts are compulsory for everyone, with fines reaching €200.
  5. Drink-driving rules are very tight, allowing a maximum of 0.5‰ blood alcohol for experienced motorists and just 0.3‰ for drivers with less than two years on the road.
Parking

Parking

Parking in the central part typically costs about €2.65-€3.40 per hour in supervised facilities, keeping your vehicle shaded while you visit places.

If you plan to leave the vehicle longer, most downtown garages cap daily fees at roughly €17-€26.

Gas Stations

Gas Stations

There are multiple round-the-clock fuel stations within about five kilometers of the airport on the BI-631 and in the direction of the city, making last-minute refueling before drop-off easy.

Diesel is typically priced at roughly €1.40-1.55 per liter, while petrol averages €1.50-1.65, with stations near the airport usually a bit more expensive than those farther out.

Toll Roads

Toll Roads

The AP-8 autopista toward San Sebastián charges €8-10 for the full coastal run, offering speed and stunning Bay of Biscay views.

Free N-634 alternatives exist, but wind through every village and add 60-90 minutes, so weigh your time against the toll cost.