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Cheap Flight Deals from Madrid to Bilbao (MAD-BIO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Madrid to Bilbao that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Madrid to Bilbao

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Madrid to Bilbao.
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10:35 pm - 8:15 amMAD-BIO
9h 40m1 stop
9:15 am - 10:35 pmBIO-MAD
13h 20m1 stop
Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
10:45 am - 11:45 amMAD-BIO
1h 00mnonstop
6:45 am - 7:55 amBIO-MAD
1h 10mnonstop
Mon, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 31
10:35 pm - 8:15 amMAD-BIO
9h 40m1 stop
2:35 pm - 9:40 pmBIO-MAD
7h 05m1 stop
Mon, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 31
10:35 pm - 8:15 amMAD-BIO
9h 40m1 stop
7:55 am - 9:40 pmBIO-MAD
13h 45m1 stop
Mon, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 17
7:25 am - 8:30 amMAD-BIO
1h 05mnonstop
5:35 pm - 6:45 pmBIO-MAD
1h 10mnonstop
$145Vueling
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Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9
8:20 am - 1:00 pmMAD-BIO
4h 40m1 stop
8:25 am - 9:30 amBIO-MAD
1h 05mnonstop
$168Air Europa
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Sat, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 16
8:20 am - 12:45 pmMAD-BIO
4h 25m1 stop
9:05 pm - 10:10 pmBIO-MAD
1h 05mnonstop
$174Air Europa
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Sat, May 10 - Sun, May 11
11:00 am - 4:30 pmMAD-BIO
5h 30m1 stop
5:20 pm - 11:25 pmBIO-MAD
6h 05m1 stop
$303KLM
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Fri, Mar 14 - Fri, Mar 21
7:10 am - 9:55 pmMAD-BIO
14h 45m2 stops
10:25 pm - 1:55 pmBIO-MAD
15h 30m2 stops
$357Iberia
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Wed, Jun 18 - Wed, Jun 25
5:10 pm - 10:45 pmMAD-BIO
5h 35m1 stop
12:00 pm - 7:30 pmBIO-MAD
7h 30m1 stop
$635KLM
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Sat, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 20

Flights from Madrid to Bilbao - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Madrid to Bilbao to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Bilbao?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Madrid to Bilbao clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Madrid to Bilbao, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Madrid, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Bilbao?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Madrid to Bilbao, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Madrid to Bilbao is January, where tickets cost $83 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $116 and $115 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Madrid to Bilbao, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Madrid to Bilbao, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

November

High season

March

Cheapest flight

$30
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Madrid to Bilbao

When to book flights from Madrid to Bilbao

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madrid to Bilbao based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Madrid to Bilbao

  • What is the carry-on and checked-luggage allowance in economy for flights from Madrid to Bilbao?

    Carry-on and checked-luggage policies for Madrid to Bilbao route depend on the airline. If you book Air Europa, you can bring an additional bag not exceeding 22 x 14 x 9 inches. The checked baggage shouldn’t weigh more than 22 lbs. For Iberia, the carry-on bag should have dimensions up to 22 x 14 x 9 inches, and the checked luggage allowance shouldn't exceed 22 lbs. Your luggage should fit in the upper cabin or beneath your seat.

  • Which nearby cities are served by Bilbao Airport (BIO)?

    BIO airport serves a few nearby cities. Upon arrival, you can go to Erandio to the west, Sopela to the northwest, Llodio to the south, Durango to the southeast, and Ondarroa to the east. You can board a bus at the airport terminal to connect to these cities. Alternatively, you can rent a car and enjoy a flexible journey.

  • Are the origin and destination airports hubs for any airlines?

    Aldofo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is a hub for Iberia and Air Europa. This airport connects major cities in Europe and Latin America, serving millions of travelers each year. At the same time, Bilbao Airport is a hub for Iberia. This airport serves domestic and international flights, linking many cities.

  • What airline has the most sustainable journey from Madrid to Bilbao?

    Air Europa is focused on a sustainable future by replacing plastic packaging with recyclable ones to reduce landfill waste. These airlines also use digital operations on the ground and ensure fuel efficiency to reduce carbon emissions. If you book Volotea, you can rest assured of having sustainable travel. The company's sustainable practices include replacing older fleets with more efficient ones and using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Madrid to Bilbao?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Madrid to Bilbao was $30 for a one-way ticket and $100 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Madrid and Bilbao?

    No

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Madrid to Bilbao?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Madrid to Bilbao flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Madrid to Bilbao?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Madrid and Bilbao, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Madrid to Bilbao?

    There are nonstop flights from Madrid to Bilbao on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Madrid to Bilbao, Iberia or Air Europa?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Madrid to Bilbao are Iberia and Air Europa. With an average price for the route of $95 and an overall rating of 7.0, Iberia is the most popular choice. Air Europa is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $105 and an overall rating of 6.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Madrid to Bilbao?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Madrid to Bilbao.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Madrid to Bilbao?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Bilbao from Madrid is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Madrid to Bilbao?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Bilbao with an airline and back to Madrid with another airline. Booking your flights between Madrid and BIO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Madrid to Bilbao?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Bilbao from Madrid up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Madrid to Bilbao

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $51 or less one-way and $79 or less round-trip.
  • The Madrid to Bilbao route is short. Therefore, airlines fly nonstop, so don’t expect a layover after booking cheap flights from Madrid to Bilbao.
  • The most convenient way to travel from downtown Madrid to Aldofo Suarez Madrid-Bajaras Airport (MAD) is taking the C1 train to arrive at the airport in approximately 26 minutes. Another option is the Line 203 bus, which arrives at the airport terminal in about 42 minutes.
  • If you upgrade to a business-class ticket for flights from Madrid to Bilbao, expect a smooth travel experience. Business-class amenities include larger legroom, comfortable seats, and high-quality meals and drinks. However, these amenities vary from one airline to another.
  • MAD airport offers VIP services to celebrities and other notable persons who need a more relaxed journey on Madrid to Bilbao route. Some of these services include fast-track screening, meet and assist upon arrival, priority boarding and chauffer services, and other exclusive services from boarding to arrival.
  • You can find cheap flights from Madrid to Bilbao if you're on a tight budget. Most airlines, including Air Europa, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Volotea, Iberia, and Vuelin, charge competitive prices on this route. All you need to do is book an airline with prices within your budget.
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Prefer to fly direct from Madrid to Bilbao?

Find which airlines fly direct from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Madrid Barajas to Bilbao

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +22 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +19 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +20 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +16 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +17 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

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Direct returns

Bilbao to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +22 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +19 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +20 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +22 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +19 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +20 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +18 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +19 more

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Top airlines flying from Madrid to Bilbao

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Madrid to Bilbao. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Madrid to Bilbao? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.0
IberiaOverall score based on 2639 reviews
7.6Crew
6.7Comfort
6.3Food
6.6Entertainment
7.1Boarding
Airline reviews

Excellent with no delays and according to the time schedule.

10.0 ExcellentIvan, Dec 2024MAD - VIE
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Excellent with no delays and according to the time schedule.

Its a bus taking you on and off the plane so if you have big luggage … more muscles needed

Flight LIN MAD. Checkin was fine (but I must admit that being a Platinum member I skip the lines). Security was fine (they have the new machines where you need not take laptops or liquids out). Longe was OK (BA). Boarding was a mess, the boarding gate personnel were rude and some should simply not be in a customer facing position. Flight in itself was fine, usual Iberia European coach. We were on time and actually time to deliver luggage was better than normal for Barajas

Bad business class. Staff totally not helping. Lights and chargers not working

Great food, excellent service. Did not manage to make wifi work but in a flight of less than an hour it was not a big deal

Very well, except that my luggage didn’t arrive in the corresponding flight, but they brought to me the next day.

The boarding was a nightmare. Iberia would not let me check in in advance. They then refused to issue a boarding pass in Paris and said I would get the boarding pass in Madrid. In Madrid, there was no transit desk, no help. I had to run around and find someone to issue the pass. I only had an hour and risked missing the connection. Only at the gate did Iberia tell me they were overbooked and had downgraded me. I was stressed, exhausted, almost missed the connection because of Iberia’s conduct. Unacceptable.

When having a connection at Madrid, it’s extremely confusing. You must travel from your arrival gate, all the way down stairs to a security check point, go up stairs, then downstairs to another security check. Then make your way to your gate. All the while traveling through a “mall” inside the airport which makes it difficult. 10/10 don’t recommend connecting flights through Madrid.

okay, will recommend from PR to Madrid, faster turn around

N/A - missed the flight because of the delay in flight to Madrid

All flights with Air Europa you arrive late to the connections of other flights, I missed my train, I had to pay for my train again, the crew are antisocial, you are paying for a service, it is not free, thanks to the travelers they are there, it is the last time I fly with them,

Terrible experience - we won’t be flying with Air Europa again

The crew was not kind , just doing their job but very cold people

The insanely long lines at customs were chaotic and stressful. They also created a lot of stress among passengers. Including fights and threats. The hot food I purchased was cold, barely edible. The check in staff and crew were nice and the pilot good but the overall experience was very disappointing. Passengers were still insulting each other upon arrival.

No frills airlines. Tickets were reasonably priced for a short-term booking. But comfort is a big issue.

It was just okay. They overcharged me for a checked bag because I didn’t know it wasn’t included in the airfare.

Very small dinner, NO breakfast. You have to buy an earphone.

Food was terrible. No breakfast. Will not use this airline.

I'm not going to travel with that airline again.

I travel on a monthly basis and I’m not a stranger to budget airlines. I never complain about anything, it just about adjusting you expectations to what you paid for and you will get, but these flights (2) with Air Europa Miami - Madrid - Athens were a terrible experience. Both flights had a significant delays and multiple gate changes. At the checking they used a hand scale to weight your carry in, it cannot be more than 10 kg , even it fit on size.Luckily mine was ok . The food was inedible. The staff service was ok, but you can totally tell they do not care about much and show little customer service culture. I think this was my last trip on Air Europa. Actually the price was almost the same than other major airlines, I just took this one because I needed to depart late at night.

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