Fares on the Bilbao to Madrid route vary noticeably by season and demand. Right now the lowest available price is €29 with Kupi.com. Non-stop flights are available, making it a convenient option if you want to skip layovers. Booking further in advance typically unlocks lower prices, especially around school holidays and peak travel months. The calendar below maps out the cheapest and most expensive months so you can plan before committing to dates.
Prices to Madrid are typically lowest in the shoulder months shown in the calendar above. Searching for mid-week flights and avoiding school holiday windows can meaningfully cut costs on this route. If you're open on destination, use the interactive map from Bilbao to compare Madrid against nearby alternatives - you may find a cheaper fare to a similar destination.
Spain's high-altitude capital has three world-class art museums on the same boulevard (the Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza), a frenetic nightlife, and a football culture that dominates the city's identity. Barajas Airport (MAD) is Spain's largest hub, and Toledo, Segovia, and Avila are all under 90 minutes away by high-speed rail.
How much does a flight from Bilbao to Madrid cost?+
The cheapest fare currently available from Bilbao to Madrid is €29. Prices on this route vary by season, day of week, and how far in advance you book. The month-by-month price calendar on this page shows exactly when fares are highest and lowest, so you can pick the most cost-effective window before searching for specific dates. Fares are refreshed regularly as our flight partners publish new availability.
Are there direct flights from Bilbao to Madrid?+
Yes - non-stop flights are currently available from Bilbao to Madrid. The cheapest direct fare starts at €29, making it a convenient option if you want to avoid layover time. Direct flights are generally quicker and less stressful, especially for shorter trips to Spain. Click through to the booking site to check live availability and schedules for your dates.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Bilbao to Madrid?+
Prices on this route typically dip during shoulder-season months, away from school holidays and public holiday windows. Mid-week departures - particularly Tuesday to Thursday - tend to be cheaper than flights on Fridays and Sundays from Bilbao. The month-by-month price calendar above is the fastest way to identify the cheapest window - look for the months with the lowest fares before committing to travel dates. Booking 3-6 weeks in advance generally offers the best balance of price and seat availability on this route.
Which airlines fly from Bilbao to Madrid?+
Kupi.com currently offers the lowest fare on this route at €29. Other carriers may also operate flights between Bilbao and Madrid, particularly on busier travel dates when more capacity is added. Airline pricing varies by date, seat class, and how far in advance you book. Click through to our partner booking site to compare all available airlines, departure times, and fare classes for your specific dates.