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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to Bilbao from £30

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 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — BIO
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Bilbao are usually found in January or March, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to Bilbao

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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£50

One-way from

£30

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£81
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 22/3-25/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Madrid to Bilbao
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 27/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Madrid to Bilbao
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Tue 8/410:55MAD - BIO
Nonstop1h 00mAir Europa
Tue 8/421:05BIO - MAD
Nonstop1h 05mAir Europa
Deal found 20/2£59
Sat 22/307:25MAD - BIO
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/321:05BIO - MAD
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£67
Sat 22/318:00MAD - BIO
1 stop4h 45mVueling
Mon 24/322:55BIO - MAD
1 stop23h 05mVueling
Deal found 20/2£83
Sun 23/207:25MAD - BIO
Nonstop1h 05mIberia
Sun 23/213:35BIO - MAD
Nonstop1h 10mIberia
Deal found 20/2£341
Fri 21/313:00MAD - BIO
1 stop9h 45mKLM
Sun 23/306:50BIO - MAD
1 stop9h 15mKLM
Deal found 20/2£376
Thu 24/412:20MAD - BIO
1 stop9h 40mAir France
Sun 27/407:10BIO - MAD
1 stop16h 00mAir France
Deal found 21/2£2,906
Sat 5/406:20MAD - BIO
1 stop4h 50mBrussels Airlines
Sun 6/413:50BIO - MAD
1 stop6h 15mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 20/2£3,249

Find flights from Madrid to Bilbao within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Madrid to Bilbao that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Madrid

Fly to

Bilbao

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 8/4

10:55-11:55

Nonstop1h 00m

Bilbao

Tue 8/4

21:05-22:10

Nonstop1h 05m

£59

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 22/3

07:25-08:30

Nonstop1h 05m

Bilbao

Mon 24/3

21:05-22:10

Nonstop1h 05m

£67

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 22/3

18:00-22:45

1 stop4h 45m

Bilbao

Mon 24/3

22:55-22:00

1 stop23h 05m

£83

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 21/3

13:00-22:45

1 stop9h 45m

Bilbao

Sun 23/3

06:50-16:05

1 stop9h 15m

£376

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 24/4

12:20-22:00

1 stop9h 40m

Bilbao

Sun 27/4

07:10-23:10

1 stop16h 00m

£2,906

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 5/4

06:20-11:10

1 stop4h 50m

Bilbao

Sun 6/4

13:50-20:05

1 stop6h 15m

£3,249

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sun 27/4

06:30-07:35

Nonstop1h 05m

£30

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 22/3

18:00-22:45

1 stop4h 45m

£42

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/3

06:35-15:25

1 stop8h 50m

£64

MadridBilbao

MAD - BIO

MADBIO

Madrid Barajas

Sun 4/5

22:15-11:40

1 stop13h 25m

£151

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Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from Madrid to Bilbao

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Madrid to Bilbao including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 14 February 2025.

Booking 59 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao (average of £74). Flying from Madrid to Bilbao in August is currently the most expensive (average of £223). 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 21 February 2025.

When flying from Madrid to Bilbao, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Madrid to Bilbao

Explore weekly flight availability from Madrid to Bilbao. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from MAD to BIO are scheduled on a Thursday (71 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

Rainfall in Bilbao by month

Plan your trip to Bilbao by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bilbao ranges from 62.0 - 141.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 141.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Bilbao when rainfall is around 62.0 mm.

Temperature in Bilbao by month

Plan your trip to Bilbao by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bilbao, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
341 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Vueling
7.1
Good
1,162 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
1,847 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

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 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 48 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 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madrid to Bilbao round-trip?

    Currently priced at £50, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from Vueling and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £83 and £376, respectively. You may be able to fly from Madrid to Bilbao for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madrid to Bilbao one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Madrid to Bilbao are Air Europa (£30), Vueling (£42), and TAP AIR PORTUGAL (£151).

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

    Consider airBaltic (94%), Japan Airlines (93%) or Finnair (93%) 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Bilbao (average of £74). Flying from Madrid to Bilbao in August is currently the most expensive (average of £223). 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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