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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
$36
Average ticket price on Oct 30
$72
Fastest journey on Oct 30
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
5 h 53 m
Flights on Oct 30
4
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 4 flights from Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct flights cover the 588 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the longest flights will take 19 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.

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Flights from Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $3 by bus.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:45, the last at 19:20. The fastest flight covers the 365 miles (588 km) distance in 1h 15m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao.
The table below shows live departures for Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao flights for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h15 | 6:25 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 17h10 | 11:55 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h25 | 8:35 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h55 | 6:40 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 30 | |||||
![]() | 11:20 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h30 | 12:50 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 19h10 | 6:40 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h30 | 2:15 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flights from Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao with Vueling, Air Europa, and Lufthansa. Flights with a stop available on this route with Vueling, Air Europa, and Lufthansa. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
Fine arts museum with outstanding Basque, Spanish, and European works spanning from the Middle Ages to today.
Museum devoted to Basque archaeology, ethnography, and local history inside a restored Jesuit college in the Old Town.
Bilbao’s medieval old quarter, packed with historic streets, shops, churches, and lively plazas ideal for walking.
Riverside promenade around the Guggenheim, excellent for architecture views, public art, and easy city-center walks.
Panoramic hilltop viewpoint reached by funicular, popular for sweeping views over Bilbao and access to green walking areas.
Salt cod cooked slowly in olive oil, garlic and chilli until the sauce emulsifies. A Basque classic closely linked to Bilbao's traditional seafood cooking.
Salt cod baked with a sauce of peppers, tomato, onion and garlic. A hallmark Biscayan dish that reflects Bilbao's historic cod trade.
Veal shanks braised in red wine and vegetables until tender. This rich stew is a beloved specialty from the Basque Country and northern Spain.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Martín Berasategui with creative tasting menus and refined service inside the Guggenheim Museum.
Elegant Michelin-starred venue serving modern Basque cuisine with strong seasonal products. Ideal for a high-end local dining experience.
Traditional restaurant known for Basque seafood and meat dishes in a polished setting near the river. Well regarded for classic local cooking.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but pintxos, public transit, and coffee remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes and taxis, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Bilbao Airport -> Moyua Plaza, Bilbao
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante Elche Airport 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.

Most Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Bilbao Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante Elche Airport and Bilbao airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante Elche 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 the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante Elche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante Elche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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.