Journey information
Overview: Brussels to Bilbao flight
Distance 625 miles (1007 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Flights per day 30 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 55m |
Cheapest month to travel April |
First flight 05:53 |
Last flight 23:00 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Brussels to Bilbao start from as low as $31 (€25) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $205 (€167) depending on the train type and class.
The cheapest and fastest flights from Brussels to Bilbao
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$670
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Flights per day
67
Distance
1007 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Brussels to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Bilbao will cost around $670 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 67 flights that leave Brussels for Bilbao onFri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct flights cover the 1007 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the longest flights will take 4 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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IB732 · IB441
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IB738 · IB441
VY1471
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IB738 · IB441
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VY8983 · VY1434Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Brussels to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 625 miles (1007 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Bus |
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€167 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest |
6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 55m Average total duration 17h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
3.0 - 6.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Bilbao flight times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Bilbao flights for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LX4241+ LX8226 | 2:20 PM Brussels Airport | 5h50 | 8:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB600 · IB441 | 2:30 PM Brussels Airport | 7h45 | 10:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8987 · VY1434 | 2:35 PM Brussels Airport | 5h40 | 8:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9351+ KL1509+ KL3330 | 2:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h47 | 6:40 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9351+ VY8313 · VY1422 | 2:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 18h32 | 9:25 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9351+ VY8313 · VY1420 | 2:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h27 | 7:20 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
VY8983 · VY1434 | 3:35 PM Brussels Airport | 4h40 | 8:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1174 · UX7161 | 5:55 PM Brussels Airport | 12h45 | 6:40 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1174 · UX7153 | 5:55 PM Brussels Airport | 21h05 | 3:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1174 · UX7157 | 5:55 PM Brussels Airport | 17h05 | 11:00 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9301+ IB732 · IB441 | 4:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 17h22 | 10:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9301+ IB738 · IB441 | 4:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 17h22 | 10:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9301+ KL1525 | 4:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h37 | 3:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1700 · KL1525 | 5:15 AM Brussels Airport | 10h15 | 3:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1700 · KL1523 | 5:15 AM Brussels Airport | 5h05 | 10:20 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5587+ LH1142 | 6:00 AM Brussels Airport | 5h00 | 11:00 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB604 · IB433 | 6:00 AM Brussels Airport | 5h50 | 11:50 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 3000 | 6:20 AM Brussels South Charleroi Airport | 1h55 | 8:15 AM Vitoria Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
9303+ LH2305 · LH1828 | 6:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h12 | 5:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9303+ IB738 · IB441 | 6:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 15h22 | 10:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9303+ KL1525 | 6:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h37 | 3:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1702 · KL1525 | 7:05 AM Brussels Airport | 8h25 | 3:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1702 · KL1529 | 7:05 AM Brussels Airport | 14h40 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9309+ IB738 · IB441 | 7:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 14h22 | 10:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9309+ KL1525 | 7:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h37 | 3:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9309+ KL1529 | 7:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 13h52 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8981 · VY1434 | 8:35 AM Brussels Airport | 11h40 | 8:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5618 · IB5020 | 8:35 AM Brussels Airport | 4h25 | 1:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5618 · IB5022 | 8:35 AM Brussels Airport | 5h00 | 1:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8981 · VY1426 | 8:35 AM Brussels Airport | 5h00 | 1:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8981 · VY1424 | 8:35 AM Brussels Airport | 4h25 | 1:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8981 · VY1430 | 8:35 AM Brussels Airport | 7h25 | 4:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9315+ KL1529 | 8:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h52 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9315+ LH997 · LH1146 | 8:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h57 | 9:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9315+ IB738 · IB441 | 8:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 13h22 | 10:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5571+ LH1144 | 9:30 AM Brussels Airport | 6h10 | 3:40 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1172 · UX7159 | 9:45 AM Brussels Airport | 9h20 | 7:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1172 · UX7153 | 9:45 AM Brussels Airport | 5h15 | 3:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1704 · KL1529 | 9:45 AM Brussels Airport | 12h00 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1172 · UX7161 | 9:45 AM Brussels Airport | 20h55 | 6:40 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1704 · KL1525 | 9:45 AM Brussels Airport | 5h45 | 3:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9321+ KL1529 | 9:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h52 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9321+ LH997 · LH1146 | 9:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h57 | 9:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9321+ IB738 · IB441 | 9:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h22 | 10:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN3713 | 9:55 AM Brussels Airport | 1h55 | 11:50 AM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
9327+ LH997 · LH1146 | 10:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h57 | 9:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9327+ KL1529 | 10:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h52 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9327+ AF8345+ AF1376 | 10:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h32 | 9:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH5627+ LH1828 | 11:45 AM Brussels Airport | 5h20 | 5:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9333+ KL1529 | 11:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h52 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9333+ LH997 · LH1146 | 11:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h57 | 9:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9333+ AF8345+ AF1376 | 11:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h32 | 9:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9937+ UX1094 · UX7161 | 12:22 PM Brussels-Midi | 18h18 | 6:40 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9937+ UX1094 · UX7157 | 12:22 PM Brussels-Midi | 22h23 | 10:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9937+ KL1529 | 12:22 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h23 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5631+ LH1828 | 12:50 PM Brussels Airport | 4h15 | 5:05 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
9339+ UX1094 · UX7161 | 12:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 17h47 | 6:40 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9339+ UX1094 · UX7157 | 12:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 21h52 | 10:45 AM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
9339+ KL1529 | 12:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 8h52 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1706 · KL1529 | 1:45 PM Brussels Airport | 8h00 | 9:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1706+ KL1411+ KL2170 | 1:45 PM Brussels Airport | 7h40 | 9:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 2 transfers | |
VY8987 · VY1434 | 2:10 PM Brussels Airport | 6h05 | 8:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8987 · VY1432 | 2:10 PM Brussels Airport | 7h20 | 9:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5037 · IB5028 | 2:10 PM Brussels Airport | 6h05 | 8:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Brussels to Bilbao Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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.

Flights from Brussels to Bilbao generally leave from Brussels Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
Brussels Airport is 16.8 km away from Brussels city centre and Bilbao Airport is 13.2 km from Bilbao city centre.
- Bilbao BBK Live, a music festival featuring international and local artists
- Bilbao Art District, a celebration of art with exhibitions and performances throughout the city
- Semana Grande, a week-long festival with concerts, fireworks, and traditional Basque activities
- Festival Internacional de Cine de Bilbao, an international film festival showcasing diverse films and filmmakers.
- Carnival, lively parades and colorful costumes in February
- Easter, significant religious celebrations and local traditions in March/April
- San Sebastián Day, a celebration of the city's patron saint with various festivities in September
- Christmas Holidays, festive markets and beautiful decorations throughout December.
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.
popular airports
Popular airports from Brussels to Bilbao
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in Pier A and Pier B, includes Duty-Free and fashion stores.
- Parking available at P1, P2, and P3, approximately 4€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in Pier A and Pier B, includes Brussels Airlines and Diamond Lounges.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 272, 471
- Train: IC, S2, S4, S5, S9
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and convenience stores.
- Parking available, P1 and P2 close to terminal, approximately 5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounge available, The Lounge by Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
- Located in the terminal, near arrivals.
- Bus A
- Bus 68
- Bus 69
- Bus 80
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in the departures area, main shops include duty-free and local products.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 1.2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Lounges available, the VIP Lounge offers refreshments and Wi-Fi.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: A3247
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