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Overview: Bilbao to Barcelona flight

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Flights from Bilbao to Barcelona depart on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £36 by train.

There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 467 km distance in 1h 10m. May is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £36
Distance
467 km
Average flight duration
5h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£49
Flights per day
21
Direct flights
9
Fastest flight
1h 10m
First flight
5:45
Last flight
23:45
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
91 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £36

The cheapest and fastest flights from Bilbao to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for 24 Jul

Cheapest price

£77

Average price

£338

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 10 m

Flights per day

34

Distance

467 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona will cost around £338 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £77.

Fast flights

Of the 34 flights that leave Bilbao for Barcelona every day 8 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 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

The slowest flights will take 1 h 10 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.

  • Air EuropaUX7160 · UX7701
    21:0511h50
    Bilbao Airport
    8:55Barcelona El Prat Airport
    £771One-way
    1 change
  • Air EuropaUX7156 · UX7701
    8:2024h35
    Bilbao Airport
    8:55Barcelona El Prat Airport
    £851One-way
    1 change
  • Air EuropaUX7158 · UX7701
    12:4520h10
    Bilbao Airport
    8:55Barcelona El Prat Airport
    £851One-way
    1 change
  • Air EuropaUX7505 · UX6006
    16:4515h10
    Bilbao Airport
    7:55Barcelona El Prat Airport
    £1221One-way
    1 change
  • Air EuropaUX7505 · UX6072
    16:4525h10
    Bilbao Airport
    17:55Barcelona El Prat Airport
    £1221One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Bilbao to Barcelona

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 34m. 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 train costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £49.

Distance: 467 km

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Train

£138

Average Price

£64

Average Price

£63

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8h 43m

Average total duration

5h 43m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 51m

Average total duration

7h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1.4 - 2.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Bilbao to Barcelona flight times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Barcelona flights for today, Thursday 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Air BalticLH1825+LufthansaLH181811:55 Bilbao Airport
10h30
22:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air BalticLH1825 · LH181611:55 Bilbao Airport
6h00
17:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air BalticLH1825+LufthansaLH181211:55 Bilbao Airport
24h45
12:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7158 · UX770312:45 Bilbao Airport
3h50
16:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7158 · UX770112:45 Bilbao Airport
20h10
8:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1143 · LH113814:00 Bilbao Airport
9h05
23:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1143 · LH113614:00 Bilbao Airport
5h45
19:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
VuelingVY142915:55 Bilbao Airport
1h10
17:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
VuelingIB531715:55 Bilbao Airport
1h10
17:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
Air EuropaUX7505 · UX610216:45 Bilbao Airport
4h25
21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7505 · UX607216:45 Bilbao Airport
25h10
17:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7505 · UX600616:45 Bilbao Airport
15h10
7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7505 · UX615616:45 Bilbao Airport
18h20
11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7505 · UX606016:45 Bilbao Airport
21h35
14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1138+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH424317:55 Bilbao Airport
5h10
23:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1829+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH412818:40 Bilbao Airport
13h45
8:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1829+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH416018:40 Bilbao Airport
16h25
11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
VuelingVY143719:45 Bilbao Airport
1h15
21:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
VuelingIB532319:45 Bilbao Airport
1h15
21:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
Royal Air MarocAT887 · AT96420:35 Bilbao Airport
16h10
12:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Royal Air MarocAT887 · AT96020:35 Bilbao Airport
22h35
19:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
SwissLX1952+Edelweiss AirLX822720:45 Bilbao Airport
12h05
8:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7160 · UX770321:05 Bilbao Airport
19h30
16:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7160 · UX770121:05 Bilbao Airport
11h50
8:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Friday 24 July
LufthansaLH1147 · LH11286:45 Bilbao Airport
6h15
13:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1147 · LH11306:45 Bilbao Airport
8h50
15:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1147 · LH11266:45 Bilbao Airport
5h10
11:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
VuelingVY14237:00 Bilbao Airport
1h10
8:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
VuelingIB53137:00 Bilbao Airport
1h10
8:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
LufthansaLH1831 · LH18147:15 Bilbao Airport
7h40
14:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1831+Air BalticLH18167:15 Bilbao Airport
10h40
17:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
LufthansaLH1831 · LH18127:15 Bilbao Airport
5h25
12:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7156 · UX77018:20 Bilbao Airport
24h35
8:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
Air EuropaUX7156 · UX77038:20 Bilbao Airport
8h15
16:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change
VuelingVY14218:55 Bilbao Airport
1h10
10:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
VuelingIB53118:55 Bilbao Airport
1h10
10:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport0 changesdirect
IberiaIB430 · IB4119:15 Bilbao Airport
3h30
12:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport1 change

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Bilbao to Barcelona?

The best time to book your flight from Bilbao to Barcelona is 56 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Bilbao to Barcelona route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bilbao to Barcelona per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Bilbao to Barcelona.

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Why should you book Bilbao to Barcelona flights with Omio?

Vueling as well as Air Europa or Iberia offer flights services from Bilbao to Barcelona.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bilbao to Barcelona.

Why book with Omio vs Vueling?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Vueling, but also compare tickets for the likes of Air Europa or Iberia to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Barcelona.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Vueling with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bilbao to Barcelona.

Why book with Omio over Edreams, Kayak or Skyscanner?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Air Europa or Iberia to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Barcelona.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bilbao to Barcelona.

Airlines: Vueling, Air Europa, Iberia from Bilbao to BarcelonaFind the best flights between Bilbao to Barcelona with Omio's travel partners Vueling, Air Europa, Iberia from £36. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Vueling

About
Vueling is a Spanish low-cost airline and one of the largest carriers in Europe, offering affordable flights across Spain, Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Operating mainly from its hub in Barcelona, Vueling provides a modern fleet with flexible fare options to suit different types of travelers. Passengers can choose from basic low-cost tickets to fares that include extras such as seat selection, checked baggage, and priority boarding. With WiFi and onboard services available on many routes, Vueling is a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£49
Vueling frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (40x20x30 cm)
Additional luggage
Extra cabin bag (55x40x20 cm) and checked baggage available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24h of booking if flight is more than 7 days away. After that, cancellation fees apply based on fare type
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly up to week 36 (32 for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required after week 28
Unaccompagned minor
Available for children aged 5-11, must be booked at least 48h in advance. Service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets in cabin allowed, max 8kg including carrier. Must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Vueling

Air Europa

About
Air Europa is Spain’s third most popular airline, offering flights across Europe and to destinations worldwide. For your next trip, you can choose between Economy and Business Class fares.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 35m
Cheapest Price
£63
Air Europa frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25 cm) max 10kg
Additional luggage
23kg checked baggage available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available depending on fare type, Basic fares non-refundable, Flex fares refundable with fee
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly up to 36 weeks (single pregnancy) or 32 weeks (multiple pregnancy). Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel unaccompanied with UM service. Service must be booked in advance and fees apply
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair assistance available, must be requested 48h before flight
Pets
Small pets under 8kg allowed in cabin, larger animals in hold
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Air Europa

Iberia

About
Iberia is the national airline of Spain and a key member of the International Airlines Group (IAG), operating flights throughout Europe and to major global destinations. Its wide range of services makes travel easy and flexible—Economy passengers enjoy affordable fares with comfort, while Business Class travelers can experience premium seating, exclusive lounges, and enhanced dining. From short domestic flights to intercontinental journeys, Iberia combines Spanish hospitality with modern amenities, making it a popular choice worldwide.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£128
Iberia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (40x30x20 cm) and 1 checked bag (158 cm total dimensions) included in most fares except Basic
Additional luggage
Additional bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare type
Cancellation Policy
Basic fares non-refundable, Flexible fares refundable with fee, Business fully refundable
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly up to 36 weeks (single pregnancy) or 32 weeks (multiple pregnancy). Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel alone using Iberia's unaccompanied minor service. Service is optional for ages 12-17
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Iberia provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special services for visually or hearing impaired passengers
Pets
Small pets under 8kg in cabin, larger animals in hold. Must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Iberia

FAQs: Bilbao to Barcelona flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Bilbao to Barcelona can start from as little as £49 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Bilbao to Barcelona is £138; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Bilbao to Barcelona is 1h 10m to travel the 467 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Bilbao to Barcelona leaves at 5:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Bilbao to Barcelona leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 9 direct flights a day from Bilbao to Barcelona with Vueling. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from Bilbao to Barcelona, you can count on Vueling, Air Europa, Iberia for the best way to get you to Barcelona. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Bilbao and Barcelona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from Bilbao to Barcelona generally leave from Bilbao Airport and arrive in Barcelona El Prat Airport .Bilbao Airport is 1 km away from Bilbao city centre and Barcelona El Prat Airport is 3 km from Barcelona city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Bilbao to Barcelona is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bilbao and Barcelona including taking a train, coach and flight.
Since both Bilbao and Barcelona are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is no time difference between Bilbao and Barcelona .
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Barcelona

Most Bilbao to Barcelona flights use the Bilbao Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Barcelona airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.

Departure airports in Bilbao
Arrival airports in Barcelona

Which Bilbao airport do flights to Barcelona leave from?

Flights from Bilbao to Barcelona depart from Bilbao Airport. The airport is 1 km from Bilbao city centre at Loiu, 48180 Bizkaia, Spain.
Bilbao Airport (BIO)Loiu, 48180 Bizkaia, SpainWifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bilbao Airport from Bilbao city centre

Bilbao Airport is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:

BusA2153 · 7m · £2 · every ~1 min
A2153 · 25m · £2 · every ~1 min
A3247 · 43m · £2 · every ~8 min
Shuttle17m · £73

Bilbao Airport airport facilities and services

Bilbao Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bilbao Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao Airport: Elevators, ramps.

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