International hub · Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao
- Elevation
- 138 ft
- Coordinates
- 43°18′N 2°55′W
- Local time
- Europe/Madrid
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Field information
LEBB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Bilbao (LEBB/BIO) has 2 runways; the longest, 12/30, is 8,530 ft (2,600 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LEBB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Madrid
Country
Spain
ES
Municipality
Bilbao
Elevation
138 ft
Position
43.3011, -2.9106
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LEBB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 8,530 ft (2,600 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 10/28 | 6,266 ft (1,910 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LEBB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bilbao (LEBB / BIO) in Bilbao, Spain, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LEBB is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LEBB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Spain
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Spain. Applicable permit lead times for Spain are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Spain are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at LEBB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LEBB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at LEBB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LEBB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LEBB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LEBB: 43° 18′ 4″ N 2° 54′ 38″ W; elevation 138 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Bilbao
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bilbao. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LEBB.
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Cargo Operations at LEBB
Support for freighter operations into LEBB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LEBB sits in the network
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Operating into LEBB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bilbao — one desk for the whole trip.