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Overview: Barcelona to Bilbao flight
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Flights from Barcelona to Bilbao depart on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 467 km distance in 1h 15m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 467 km |
Average flight duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Flights per day 21 |
Direct flights 9 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 06:00 |
Last flight 23:00 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£182
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Flights per day
19
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £84.
Of the 19 flights that leave Barcelona for Bilbao every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 467 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 467 km
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Live departures
Barcelona to Bilbao flight times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Bilbao flights for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 IB410 · IB435 | 11:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h25 | 15:55 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
| IB412 · IB435 | 12:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h25 | 15:55 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
| IB5026 | 14:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 15:30 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY1430 | 14:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 15:30 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5024 | 16:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 17:15 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY1428 | 16:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 17:15 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| UX7708 · UX7157 | 19:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 15h15 | 10:45 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7708 · UX7161 | 19:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h10 | 06:40 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7708 · UX7153 | 19:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 19h30 | 15:00 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
| VY1432 | 20:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 21:55 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5100 | 20:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 21:55 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| VY1420 | 06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h20 | 07:20 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5044 | 06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h20 | 07:20 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5018 | 08:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h20 | 09:25 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY1422 | 08:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h20 | 09:25 Bilbao Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB404 · IB433 | 08:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h35 | 11:50 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7706 · UX7159 | 10:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h15 | 19:05 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7706 · UX7153 | 10:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h10 | 15:00 Bilbao Airport | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Barcelona to Bilbao flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Bilbao by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Flights from Barcelona to Bilbao generally leave from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 14.5 km away from Barcelona city centre and Bilbao Airport is 10.8 km from Bilbao city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Bilbao
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and brands like Zara and Desigual.
- Parking available with several options including long-term and short-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
- Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
- Buses: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17
- Metro: L9 Sud
- Train: R2 Nord
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in the departures area, main shops include duty-free and local products.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 1.2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Lounges available, the VIP Lounge offers refreshments and Wi-Fi.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: A3247
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