The cheapest and fastest flights from Madrid to Bilbao
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €203
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €288
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 1 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 1 h 3 m
- Flights on Nov 12
- 20
- Distance
- 323 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bilbao will cost around €288 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €203.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 20 flights from Madrid to Bilbao, including 8 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct flights cover the 323 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Nov 12 the longest flights will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
UX71533:00 PM 1h00 Madrid Barajas Airport 4:00 PM Bilbao Airport €203 1 One-way 0 transfers
IB44110:10 PM 1h05 Madrid Barajas Airport 11:15 PM Bilbao Airport €208 1 One-way 0 transfers
IB4397:45 PM 1h05 Madrid Barajas Airport 8:50 PM Bilbao Airport €224 1 One-way 0 transfers
UX715710:45 AM 1h00 Madrid Barajas Airport 11:45 AM Bilbao Airport €227 1 One-way 0 transfers
UX71597:00 PM 1h05 Madrid Barajas Airport 8:05 PM Bilbao Airport €227 1 One-way 0 transfers
UX71533:00 PM 1h00 Madrid Barajas Airport 4:00 PM Bilbao Airport €203 1 One-way 0 transfers
UX715710:45 AM 1h00 Madrid Barajas Airport 11:45 AM Bilbao Airport €227 1 One-way 0 transfers
IB11675:45 PM 1h05 Madrid Barajas Airport 6:50 PM Bilbao Airport €348 1 One-way 0 transfers
IB4297:25 AM 1h05 Madrid Barajas Airport 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport €274 1 One-way 0 transfers
IB4397:45 PM 1h05 Madrid Barajas Airport 8:50 PM Bilbao Airport €224 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Madrid to Bilbao flight
Flights from Madrid to Bilbao depart on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 323 km distance in 1h 0m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 323 km |
Average flight duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Flights per day 14 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 0m |
First flight 6:30 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Madrid to Bilbao trip
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Live departures
Madrid to Bilbao flight times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Bilbao flights for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IB441 | 10:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h05 | 11:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 12 | |||||
UX7161 | 6:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h05 | 7:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX9059 · UX7007 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 6:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB429 | 7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h05 | 8:30 AM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY1013 · VY1478 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h55 | 9:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1013 · VY1470 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h40 | 4:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1013 · VY1468 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h55 | 4:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1011 · VY1470 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 4:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1011 · VY1468 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h45 | 4:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1011 · VY1478 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h45 | 9:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1007 · VY1470 | 9:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h15 | 4:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1007 · VY1468 | 9:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h30 | 4:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1007 · VY1478 | 9:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 9:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7157 | 10:45 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h00 | 11:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX9118 · UX7007 | 11:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h55 | 6:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7153 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h00 | 4:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1167 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h05 | 6:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY1015 · VY1480 | 6:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h15 | 10:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7159 | 7:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h05 | 8:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB439 | 7:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h05 | 8:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Madrid to Bilbao Flight
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Popular airports from Madrid to Bilbao
Most Madrid to Bilbao flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Bilbao airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Which Madrid airport do flights to Bilbao leave from?
Getting to Madrid Barajas Airport from Madrid city centre
Madrid Barajas Airport is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Barajas Airport airport facilities and services
Madrid Barajas Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Which Bilbao airport do flights from Madrid arrive at?
Getting to Bilbao Airport from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao Airport is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao Airport airport facilities and services
Bilbao Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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