Direct (nonstop) flights from Bilbao to Madrid

2 airlines fly nonstop from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barajas (MAD). It's 197 miles (317 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Iberia, Air Europa.

BIO
Bilbao Airport
🇪🇸 Bilbao, Spain
MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
197 mi
317 km
CO₂/pax
36 kg
−76 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Iberia +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Iberia Iberia Air Europa Air Europa

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iberia IB Iberia
Route
BIO → MAD
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
197 mi
Air Europa UX Air Europa
Route
BIO → MAD
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
197 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Bilbao to Madrid with one stop · direct emits 36 kg CO₂ per passenger

BIO VLC (Valencia) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 10m (291 mi) Leg 2: 55m (178 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+211% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BIO → VLC
1h 10m · 291 mi
View BIO to VLC flights →
Leg 2
VLC → MAD
55m · 178 mi
View VLC to MAD flights →
BIO ALC (Alicante) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (367 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (221 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+272% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BIO → ALC
1h 20m · 367 mi
View BIO to ALC flights →
Leg 2
ALC → MAD
1h 5m · 221 mi
View ALC to MAD flights →
BIO SCQ (Santiago De Compostela) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 10m (280 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (301 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+269% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BIO → SCQ
1h 10m · 280 mi
View BIO to SCQ flights →
Leg 2
SCQ → MAD
1h 15m · 301 mi
View SCQ to MAD flights →
BIO SVQ (Sevilla) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 25m (435 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (246 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+322% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BIO → SVQ
1h 25m · 435 mi
View BIO to SVQ flights →
Leg 2
SVQ → MAD
1h 5m · 246 mi
View SVQ to MAD flights →
BIO CDT (Benlloch) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 5m (263 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (193 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 110 kg CO₂ (+206% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BIO → CDT
1h 5m · 263 mi
View BIO to CDT flights →
Leg 2
CDT → MAD
1h 25m · 193 mi
View CDT to MAD flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Bilbao to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Bilbao (BIO) to Madrid (MAD) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 197 miles (317 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Bilbao to Madrid?

2 airlines: Iberia, Air Europa.

Is there a nonstop flight from Bilbao to Madrid?

Yes. 2 airlines: Iberia, Air Europa.

How far is Bilbao from Madrid?

The flight distance from Bilbao to Madrid is 197 miles (317 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Bilbao to Madrid?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Bilbao to Madrid?

Roughly 36 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 180 km.

Is the return flight from Madrid to Bilbao also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bilbao to Madrid?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Bilbao Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.