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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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MAD-BIO
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Japan Airlines
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Air Serbia
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Iberia
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SAUDIA
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Air Europa
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Aeromexico
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Aerolineas Argentinas
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Etihad Airways
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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 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 C$ 133 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 164 and C$ 162 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 8 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
Best time to beat the crowds (0% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.

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).

  • 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 direct flights from Madrid to Bilbao on a daily basis.

  • 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.

  • 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 C$ 82 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, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +23 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +23 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +23 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +24 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +22 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +23 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +17 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +18 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +22 more

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Direct returns

Bilbao to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +23 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +23 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +23 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +24 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +22 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +23 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +24 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +21 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico,Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas,Aeromexico, +21 more

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Top airline 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.
6.9
Air EuropaOverall score based on 518 reviews
6.6Entertainment
7.5Crew
6.9Comfort
6.3Food
7.1Boarding
Airline reviews

Well. It is a no frills airline. Annoying is that even for the long-haul everything has to be paid for separately. Once you add up the extras the flight is getting to expensive. Then one might as well fly with a legacy carrier which provides far better comfort. Changing flight at MAD airport is a nightmare. The worst airport in the world. Poor signposting, poor passport control, poor security check and long queues. I had 2h transfer time and spend in queues almost 1.5h

2.0 MediocreFiruz, Jan 2025MAD - FRA
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Well. It is a no frills airline. Annoying is that even for the long-haul everything has to be paid for separately. Once you add up the extras the flight is getting to expensive. Then one might as well fly with a legacy carrier which provides far better comfort. Changing flight at MAD airport is a nightmare. The worst airport in the world. Poor signposting, poor passport control, poor security check and long queues. I had 2h transfer time and spend in queues almost 1.5h

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.

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