Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Bilbao (BIO)

Airlines that fly from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

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Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Bilbao (BIO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Madrid to Bilbao route information
Origin airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Destination airport
Bilbao
Airlines serving
Air Europa, Iberia, Vueling Airlines
Return price
AU$82
Distance
318 km

Your quick guide to flights from Madrid to Bilbao

Pick up great flights from Madrid to Bilbao

With Expedia, you have your pick of 51 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Madrid to Bilbao. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Madrid to Bilbao that take around 1 hours.

Find cheap flights from Madrid to Bilbao

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$83 to AU$127, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Madrid to Bilbao around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Bilbao is normally in January.

Reasons to book your flight from Madrid to Bilbao with Expedia

Expedia makes it easy to find, book, and travel, with everything you need all in one place. When you enter your travel details, find fantastic deals just for you on flight tickets from Madrid to Bilbao across all the main airline carriers, so you can save time, dollars, and hassle finding the perfect flight. If you think your plans could change, choose refundable flights so any changes won’t cost you more. Book your flight to Bilbao right now and, if you join Expedia Rewards, you earn points this time and every time you travel with Expedia.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Madrid--Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport?
If you’re travelling from Madrid Airport to Bilbao Airport (BIO), round-trip flights start from AU$83. This figure is based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t delay. Book today and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MAD to Bilbao Airport?
When it comes to cancellation fees, every airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Madrid Airport to Bilbao Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to BIO flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Madrid Airport to BIO?
That new movie you’ve been desperate to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between MAD and Bilbao Airport (BIO) is only 320 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to buckle up for touchdown before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Madrid--Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport?
Iberia (IB) is one of the preferred choices for travellers jetting between MAD and Bilbao Airport. Choose from the 143 flights it operates on this route each month. Another carrier operating on this route is Air Europa (UX). You’ll have 117 flights each month to choose from.
Are MAD to BIO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from MAD to Bilbao Airport (BIO) showing up a few weeks before the departure date. If you’d rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines advertise prices that far in advance.
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