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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Madrid to Bilbao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Bilbao.C$71 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 20, returning Mon, Sep 22.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Sat, Sep 20, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Mon, Sep 22, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$71, select.
Bilbao.C$71 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 24, returning Mon, May 26.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Sat, May 24, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Mon, May 26, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$71, select.
Bilbao.C$71 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 9, returning Sun, Oct 12.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Thu, Oct 9, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Sun, Oct 12, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$71, select.
Bilbao.C$71 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 31, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Sat, May 31, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$71, select.
Bilbao.C$74 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 24, returning Tue, Nov 25.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Mon, Nov 24, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Tue, Nov 25, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$74, select.
Bilbao.C$75 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 5, returning Thu, Jun 5.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$75, select.
Bilbao.C$75 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 12, returning Sat, Jul 12.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Sat, Jul 12, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Sat, Jul 12, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$75, select.
Bilbao.C$87 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jan 25, returning Tue, Feb 17.Round-trip flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Madrid on Sun, Jan 25, arriving in Bilbao.Inbound direct flight with Air Europa departing from Bilbao on Tue, Feb 17, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$87, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Bilbao?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from C$1,136
May
from C$71
Jun
from C$75
Jul
from C$75
Aug
from C$88
Sep
from C$71
Oct
from C$71
Nov
from C$74
Dec
from C$95
Jan
from C$95
Feb
from C$96
Mar
from C$95

Direct flights from Madrid to Bilbao

Madrid to Bilbao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

Madrid to Bilbao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$71
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 3 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week453

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Madrid to Bilbao is C$71. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Bilbao.
Iberia, Avianca and Air Europa fly direct from Madrid to Bilbao.
There are 453 flights per week flying from Madrid to Bilbao, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Bilbao is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Bilbao Airport on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bilbao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Europa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bilbao.

Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.

  • Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.

  • Flights from MAD to BIO start at 06:40 — the earliest with Air Europa. The latest departure is at 22:10 with Iberia. In total, you can choose from 165 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MAD to BIO flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Flying into Bilbao (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy with Iberia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport.

  • Iberia tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Iberia is the most punctual carrier operating MAD to BIO flights. An impressive 83.53% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and BIO:

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    • Santiago de Compostela Airport

    • Porto Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • C$42 is the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Return flights start from C$71. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from MAD to BIO, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MAD to BIO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • Book a hotel near BIO if you're catching a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Bilbao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Click and Rent or Goldcar and venture far and wide through Bilbao and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Bilbao Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao

  • Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bilbao. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bilbao, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to BIO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've visited Bilbao, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey about 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.

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