Bilbao Airport Spain (BIO), recently redesigned by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava, is the main gateway into the picturesque Basque region of northern Spain. The airport, five kilometres north of downtown Bilbao in the nearby community of Loiu, also serves as one of the region’s major car rental hubs.

Flights from all of Spain’s largest cities, as well as destinations throughout Europe and Northern Africa, enter the single three levelled terminal building at Bilbao Airport every day. The airport’s terminal levels are known as P0, P1 and P2. Departures leave from P2, while arrivals fly into P1. Five ATM machines and a bank are located at the terminal’s P2 level.

Toys, clothing, books, music, electronics, duty free items and unique souvenirs can be purchased at Bilbao Airport’s shops, while hungry passengers can eat at one of the airport’s cafés, bars or restaurants. Bilbao Airport also includes conference facilities and two VIP lounges which can be booked by business travellers.

Cheap car hire at Bilbao Airport Spain (BIO) can be easily arranged with help from one of the airport’s four travel agencies or three tour operators, located throughout the airport. Sol-Mar, National Atesa, Hertz, and Avis are just some of the reputable companies offering car hire in Bilbao Airport.

The airport is just a short drive away by rental car to Iglesia de San Antón, Iglesia de San Vicente Martir, Cathedral of St. James, and many of Bilbao’s other beautiful Gothic churches. Other famous Bilbao attractions include the Guggenheim Museum and the city’s surrounding seaside resorts. Car hire at Bilbao Airport Spain (BIO) enables visitors to get out and about to see the countryside.