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Flight deals from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $98. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan Malpensa to Bilbao flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao

Milan Malpensa to Bilbao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bilbao.

Milan to Bilbao: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$72
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineVueling Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao is $72. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao.
Vueling Airlines, easyJet and Wizz Air Malta fly direct from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao.
As of June 2026, there are 19 flights per week flying from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Bilbao is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bilbao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bilbao is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Vueling Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bilbao.

Travelling from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.

  • Every week, there are ten Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport flights. To jet off early, pick the 06:15 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:35 with Vueling.

  • To ensure you get on your MXP to BIO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Flying into Bilbao (and then discovering more of Spain!) is easy with Vueling. This popular carrier has direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Vueling on this route.

  • EasyJet tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MXP to BIO flights, with 82.61% of its services landing as scheduled.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MXP and BIO include:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Madrid Airport

    • Barcelona Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • Currently, $42 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $72. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MXP to BIO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MXP to BIO.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • Of all flights leaving Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Milan Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it takes around 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MXP:

Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • Reserve a hotel close to BIO if you're catching a late Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before you travel.

When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Bilbao based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you want to explore Bilbao during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 26ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MXP to BIO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've visited Bilbao, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometres south-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No trip is complete without seeing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.

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