BIO
Bilbao
Spain
317 km
197 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
317 km
197 mi / 171 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
190°
south

Airport Comparison

BIO MAD
Airport Name Bilbao Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code BIO MAD
ICAO Code LEBB LEMD
City Bilbao Madrid
Country Spain Spain
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/Madrid
Elevation 138 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 43.300000, -2.910000 40.490000, -3.570000

Bilbao (BIO) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bilbao Airport (BIO) in Bilbao, Spain to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 317 kilometers (197 miles / 171 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south at a heading of 190°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Spain. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 19:00 in Bilbao, it's 19:00 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,863 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Bilbao Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Bilbao (BIO) follows a heading of 10° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bilbao Airport (BIO) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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