How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Barcelona to Bilbao take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 467 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Barcelona to Bilbao

467

Kilometres (km)

290

Miles (mi)

252

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Barcelona to Bilbao is approximately 467 km. The typical flight time is 1h 02m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Barcelona

Reus Air Base (REU)78 km
Girona Airport (GRO)88 km

Near Bilbao

Vitoria/Foronda Airport (VIT)49 km
Santander Airport (SDR)75 km
San Sebastian Airport (EAS)91 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Barcelona to Bilbao is approximately 467 km (290 miles).