- Must visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Bilbao’s iconic contemporary art museum, famous for Frank Gehry’s titanium architecture and major international exhibitions. A clear city highlight and one of Spain’s best-known cultural attractions.
Flights from Lisbon to Bilbao depart on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $69 (€55) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest flight covers the 451 miles (726 km) distance in 1h 30m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 451 miles (726 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€55) |
Flights per day 28 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$519
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Flights per day
48
Distance
726 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lisbon to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Bilbao will cost around $519 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 48 flights that leave Lisbon for Bilbao onSun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct flights cover the 726 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, May 31 the longest flights will take 3 h 25 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.
VY2701
04267+
EC7689
VY8463 · VY1434
VY8465 · VY1434
VY8461 · VY1434
TP1064
VY2701
UX1152 · UX7157
UX1150 · UX7153
IB532 · IB435Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 451 miles (726 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|---|
$205 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price |
6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 14m Average total duration 27h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Bilbao:
A bus is $98 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Bilbao costing on average $152 (€122).
A bus is $151 (€122) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Bilbao costing on average $205 (€165).
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 53m.
Train takes on average 27h 44m.
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Bilbao flights for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1171 · LH1144 | 5:05 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 10h55 | 5:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1171 · LH1142 | 5:05 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 6h55 | 1:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1781 · LH1828 | 6:15 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 10h40 | 5:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB540 · IB435 | 6:35 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 9h20 | 4:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB540 · IB1099 | 6:35 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 5h10 | 12:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA509+ BA8115 | 7:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 10h25 | 6:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1173 · LH1146 | 7:25 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 14h25 | 10:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1173 · LH1144 | 7:25 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 8h35 | 5:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1152 · UX7157 | 7:40 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 3h15 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1152 · UX7153 | 7:40 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h15 | 3:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1152 · UX7159 | 7:40 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 11h35 | 8:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH6965+ LH1146 | 8:20 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 13h30 | 10:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH6965+ LH1144 | 8:20 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h40 | 5:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB530 · IB435 | 8:25 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h30 | 4:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB530 · IB1099 | 8:25 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 3h20 | 12:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH6993+ LH1828 | 8:40 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 8h15 | 5:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5629 · IB5320 | 9:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 5h10 | 3:20 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5629 · IB5692 | 9:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h00 | 5:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8461 · VY1436 | 9:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 12h15 | 10:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8461 · VY1426 | 9:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h00 | 5:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5629 · IB5318 | 9:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 8h05 | 6:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8461 · VY1430 | 9:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 8h05 | 6:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8461 · VY1434 | 9:10 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 5h10 | 3:20 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1150 · UX7161 | 11:35 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 19h00 | 7:35 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1150 · UX7159 | 11:35 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h40 | 8:15 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1150 · UX7153 | 11:35 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 3h20 | 3:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1150 · UX7157 | 11:35 AM Humberto Delgado Airport | 23h20 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH6953+ LH1146 | 2:30 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h20 | 10:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1779 · LH1830 | 2:30 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 7h55 | 11:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1064 | 3:00 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1h35 | 5:35 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX2085+ LX8226 | 3:50 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 15h30 | 8:20 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1156 · UX7161 | 4:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 14h30 | 7:35 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1156 · UX7157 | 4:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 18h50 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1156 · UX7153 | 4:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 22h50 | 3:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1169 · LH1100 | 4:20 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 16h50 | 10:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2089+ LX8226 | 5:15 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 14h05 | 8:20 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8469 · VY1420 | 5:50 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 13h25 | 8:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH6957+ LH1100 | 6:10 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 15h00 | 10:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX4583+ LX8226 | 6:35 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 12h45 | 8:20 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH6971+ LH1824 | 6:50 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 15h20 | 11:10 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY2701 | 7:10 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 1h40 | 9:50 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY8465 · VY1420 | 7:20 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 11h55 | 8:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8465 · VY1422 | 7:20 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 14h05 | 10:25 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3820 · SN3711 | 7:55 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 14h20 | 11:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1160 · UX7157 | 8:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 14h50 | 11:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1160 · UX7153 | 8:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 18h50 | 3:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1160 · UX7161 | 8:05 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 10h30 | 7:35 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8463 · VY1422 | 9:15 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 12h10 | 10:25 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8463 · VY1420 | 9:15 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 10h00 | 8:15 AM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8463 · VY1424 | 9:15 PM Humberto Delgado Airport | 14h15 | 12:30 PM Bilbao Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Bilbao’s iconic contemporary art museum, famous for Frank Gehry’s titanium architecture and major international exhibitions. A clear city highlight and one of Spain’s best-known cultural attractions.
A leading art museum with strong collections of Basque, Spanish, and European painting from old masters to modern works. Widely valued by locals and a rewarding stop beyond the Guggenheim.
Bilbao’s maritime museum, focused on the port, shipbuilding, estuary life, and the city’s industrial history. A strong choice for understanding how Bilbao developed around the river.
Bilbao’s old town, known for medieval streets, lively squares, shops, and historic atmosphere. It is one of the essential areas for walking, people-watching, and discovering the city’s roots.
Well-known hilltop viewpoint with broad views over Bilbao, especially popular for sunset photos. It is one of the city’s best scenic spots and easy to pair with the funicular.
Redeveloped waterfront district around the Guggenheim, showcasing Bilbao’s modern transformation. Excellent for architecture walks, river views, and contemporary city photography.
Salt cod gently cooked with olive oil, garlic, and chili until the sauce emulsifies. It is a classic Basque specialty strongly associated with Bilbao and the wider region.
Salt cod served with a rich red pepper and onion sauce from Bizkaia. It is one of the most traditional dishes of Bilbao province.
A hearty Basque tuna and potato stew once cooked by fishermen on boats. It is a beloved regional comfort dish, especially along the Biscay coast.
Prestigious fine dining restaurant inside the Guggenheim, known for minimalist high-end Basque cuisine and an elegant contemporary atmosphere.
Well-known riverside fine dining restaurant offering a creative tasting-menu experience rooted in seasonal Basque ingredients and polished service.
Popular and established pintxos bar celebrated for excellent bar snacks, including award-winning creations, in a casual central setting.
Moderate for Spain: pintxos and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at casual spots, and about 5-10% only for notably good table service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon 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.

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