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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to Bilbao from £27

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — BIO
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Bilbao are usually found in March or October, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Bilbao
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Bilbao. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Thu 5/306:35
MAD
-
BIO
Nonstop1h 05m
Air Europa
Sun 8/312:45
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 20/1£46
Mon 9/319:05
MAD
-
BIO
Nonstop1h 00m
Air Europa
Thu 12/312:35
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 19/1£53
Thu 30/410:55
MAD
-
BIO
Nonstop1h 00m
Air Europa
Sun 10/508:20
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 21/1£58
Sat 7/206:35
MAD
-
BIO
Nonstop1h 05m
Air Europa
Sun 8/208:30
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 20/1£61
Mon 4/510:55
MAD
-
BIO
Nonstop1h 00m
Air Europa
Mon 4/521:05
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 21/1£63
Sat 21/221:45
MAD
-
BIO
1 stop10h 50m
Air Europa
Tue 24/212:35
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 20/1£74
Thu 5/308:20
MAD
-
BIO
2 stops14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/312:45
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£82
Thu 26/306:40
MAD
-
BIO
1 stop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/322:45
BIO
-
MAD
1 stop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£83
Sat 7/311:35
MAD
-
BIO
1 stop6h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/314:35
BIO
-
MAD
1 stop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£84
Sat 14/314:35
MAD
-
BIO
2 stops17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/316:50
BIO
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£87

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Bilbao (BIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£46

One-way from

£27

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£80
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 5/3-8/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Madrid to Bilbao
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Madrid to Bilbao
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Madrid

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Bilbao

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sun 5/7

06:30-07:35

Nonstop1h 05m

Bilbao

Mon 6/7

21:05-22:10

Nonstop1h 05m

£53

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 21/2

10:45-11:45

Nonstop1h 00m

Bilbao

Tue 24/2

12:35-13:40

Nonstop1h 05m

£53

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/3

15:00-16:00

Nonstop1h 00m

Bilbao

Thu 12/3

12:35-13:40

Nonstop1h 05m

£53

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 14/3

08:20-08:35

1 stop24h 15m

Bilbao

Tue 17/3

16:50-17:55

Nonstop1h 05m

£58

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 30/4

10:55-11:55

Nonstop1h 00m

Bilbao

Sat 9/5

16:50-17:55

Nonstop1h 05m

£58

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 7/2

06:35-07:40

Nonstop1h 05m

Bilbao

Sun 8/2

08:30-09:35

Nonstop1h 05m

£61

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 14/2

19:05-20:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Bilbao

Sun 15/2

08:30-09:35

Nonstop1h 05m

£61

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/3

08:20-22:35

2 stops14h 15m

Bilbao

Sun 8/3

12:45-13:50

Nonstop1h 05m

£82

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 17/2

06:35-07:40

Nonstop1h 05m

£27

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/3

10:45-11:45

Nonstop1h 00m

£35

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Best time to book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Madrid to Bilbao

How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Madrid to Bilbao. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Madrid to Bilbao. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao (average of £34). Flying from Madrid to Bilbao in December is currently the most expensive (average of £49). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAD to BIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to Bilbao. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Madrid to Bilbao in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bilbao

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bilbao. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bilbao. Reviews last updated 22 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Europa from Madrid to Bilbao have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Europa
6.9
Okay
588 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.4

Food

6.2

Comfort

6.9

Boarding

7.0

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Maria Elena,Jan 2026

FRA - MAD

There was no order to board the plane and the flight was delayed. They should do it by zone to make it more organized
Air Europa
6.9
Okay
588 reviews
Air Europa
6.9
Okay
588 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.4

Food

6.2

Comfort

6.9

Boarding

7.0

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Maria Elena,Jan 2026

FRA - MAD

There was no order to board the plane and the flight was delayed. They should do it by zone to make it more organized

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to Bilbao. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Madrid to Bilbao?

    If you book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao, you will be flying from Barajas to Bilbao. Flights to Bilbao (BIO) from Madrid Barajas (MAD) take 1h 05m for a nonstop flight. There are 51 flights from Barajas to Bilbao per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Madrid to Bilbao flight route?

    This flight path from Madrid Barajas to Bilbao was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Bilbao?

    A quick flight from Madrid to Bilbao can take about 1h 05m. Air Europa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £46. The distance between Madrid and Bilbao is about 197 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Madrid to Bilbao round-trip?

    Currently priced at £78, Air Europa will fly you from Madrid to Bilbao and back. In addition to Air Europa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Madrid to Bilbao for 3% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Bilbao?

    Consider Albastar (100%), Air Nostrum (90%) or TAAG (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Bilbao.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Bilbao that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Bilbao flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Bilbao?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Bilbao.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Bilbao?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Bilbao by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao (average of £34). Flying from Madrid to Bilbao in December is currently the most expensive (average of £49). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Air EuropaCheapest£78Average£117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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