Car Hire Bilbao Airport - Mini guide to Bilbao Airport

The new Bilbao Airport, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, is one of the most important examples of Bilbao's recent modernisation and reflects the new vigour expressed by this city. Bilbao Airport is located 12kms from the capital of the Biscay province, in the city limits of Loiu.

A single, three-level terminal building caters for all domestic and international flights. The levels are designated P0, P1 and P2, with departures on P2 and arrivals on P1. There is a bank on level P2 (06:00 - 23:00), as well as five ATM machines on the same level of the terminal building.

The airport has an excellent selection of cafés, restaurants and bars, and both duty-free and regular shopping outlets are available. Products on offer include: cosmetics, sporting goods, delicatessen goods, clothing, toys, electronics, and there are several other stores with music, press and books available. Four travel agencies and three tour operators have outlets in the airport to aid with any further travel plans.

Limited conference facilities are available at the airport, and conference facilities must be booked in advance. Contact the airport manager for further information on business facilities (fax: +34(0) 944 869 776). There are two VIP lounges, each equipped with standard telecommunication facilities.

Those who require special assistance or wheelchairs should notify their airlines when booking their flight. Specially fitted toilets, ramps and lifts are located across the airport. Designated parking areas are available in the car park opposite the terminal.

Airport information is provided on levels P0 and P2 of the terminal building, and there is a tourist information booth on level P2 in addition to a Chamber of Commerce booth on level P0.