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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£234
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£270
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
1 h
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
1 h 6 m
Flights on 16 Oct
13
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bilbao to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Madrid will cost around £270 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £234.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 13 flights from Bilbao to Madrid, including 8 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 323 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .
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.
VY1421 · VY1012
VY1423 · VY1012
VY1425 · VY1012
UX7156
VY1429 · VY1012
UX7160
UX7158
UX7154
UX7156
IB430Flights from Bilbao to Madrid depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 323 km distance in 1h 0m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 323 km |
Average flight duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Flights per day 12 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 0m |
First flight 6:30 |
Last flight 22:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Madrid flights for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UX7154 | 16:50 Bilbao Airport | 1h05 | 17:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX7160 | 21:05 Bilbao Airport | 1h00 | 22:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
IB442 | 6:45 Bilbao Airport | 1h10 | 7:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1423 · VY1012 | 7:00 Bilbao Airport | 13h00 | 20:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX7156 | 8:20 Bilbao Airport | 1h10 | 9:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1421 · VY1012 | 8:55 Bilbao Airport | 11h05 | 20:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB430 | 9:15 Bilbao Airport | 1h10 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1433 · VY1012 | 10:50 Bilbao Airport | 9h10 | 20:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX7158 | 12:45 Bilbao Airport | 1h05 | 13:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB1100 | 13:30 Bilbao Airport | 1h10 | 14:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1425 · VY1012 | 13:45 Bilbao Airport | 6h15 | 20:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
VY1429 · VY1012 | 14:20 Bilbao Airport | 5h40 | 20:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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A busy central avenue known for theatres, shops and illuminated façades, ideal for architecture, nightlife and classic city views.
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Deep-fried squid rings served in a crusty bread roll, a classic fast bite around Plaza Mayor and one of Madrid’s best-known snacks.
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Iconic churrería serving Madrid’s classic chocolate con churros around the clock in a bustling, traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.
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Aeropuerto T4 -> Nuevos Ministerios
Madrid, the capital city of Spain, is a renowned city famous for its expansive boulevards and beautiful parks. It is an attractive blend of modernity and tradition. It is the home of artistic sites such as Prado Museum, Reina Sofia National Art Centre, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Royal Palace among other beautiful attractions. There are many ways of getting to Madrid including a good railway network and motorway routes, though flights are by far the fastest and most convenient. Frequent direct flights are readily available from Bilbao to Madrid departing from Bilbao airport arriving at Madrid-Barajas airport. With up to eight direct flights offered by Air Europa and Iberia, passengers are sure to find a departure to suit their need. There are other connecting flights by airlines such as vueling and British Airlines with layovers at Ibiza, Seville or Santiago if passengers should choose to fly indirect.
Airlines offering direct flights are Iberia and Air Europa. Iberia airlines operate international network services from its main base of Madrid Barajas Airport. Air Europa airlines have its central hub in Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. There are also connecting flights that are offered by the two airlines. Other airlines that give connecting flights include British Airways, Aer Lingus, Swiss airlines, Smart wings, Tap Portugal and Brussels Airlines.
On average, non-stop flights from Bilbao to Madrid takes just one hour 15 minutes. Iberia and Air Europa airlines take one hour 10 minutes. The flights are available in the morning, afternoon and evening with departure times spread throughout the day. There are up to seven direct flights per day. The connecting flights by other airlines take more than three hours via Santiago or Seville.
Departure Airport: The departure airport is Bilbao airport for all flights from Bilbao to Madrid. It is the largest airport in northern Spain. It lies nine kilometers north of Bilbao in Biscay. Travelers can access the airport through cars, public transport, bus services, taxi transfers, or car rentals. Buses take 25 minutes to get travelers from Bilbao center to the airport. Taxi services take half an hour to transport travelers from the city center to the airport. Most of these transport facilities are available online and at the Airport. Bilbao Airport offers parking services, both long term, and short term. Facilities include duty- free stores, shops, free WiFi, and a lounge for relaxation. The lobby has restrooms where travelers can spend the night before they catch an early flight.
Arrival Airport: Madrid- Barajas airport is located 12 kilometers north of Madrid city center. The airport has four terminals; terminals T1, T2, T3, and T4. Transport services available at the terminals include taxi services, airport transfers with a private car, buses or trains. The airport has express buses which run every 15 minutes taking approximately 40 minutes to get to stations from Madrid city center. metro transfers take 15 minutes to get to Madrid city center with their tickets readily available at the terminals. The airport also has private car transfers which can be booked before landing in Madrid. Taxi services and private transfers can take travelers from the airport to any destination of their choice. Some of the facilities available at the terminal include shops and restaurants, business facilities, airport lounges, and traveler assistance. There are also accommodation hotels for travelers willing to spend the night. The hotels and restaurants offer a wide range of culinary services for all. Madrid airport also has several public parking services, express parking, long-stay parking, and VIP car park.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Madrid flights use the Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Madrid airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Bilbao Airport is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bilbao Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid Barajas Airport is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Barajas Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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