Direct (nonstop) flights from Brussels to Bilbao

2 airlines fly nonstop from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Bilbao Airport (BIO). It's 629 miles (1,012 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Brussels Airlines, Vueling.

BRU
Brussels Airport
🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
BIO
Bilbao Airport
🇪🇸 Bilbao, Spain
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
629 mi
1,012 km
CO₂/pax
116 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Brussels Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Brussels Airlines Brussels Airlines Vueling Vueling

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Brussels Airlines SN Brussels Airlines
Route
BRU → BIO
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
629 mi
Vueling VY Vueling
Route
BRU → BIO
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
629 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Brussels to Bilbao with one stop · direct emits 116 kg CO₂ per passenger

BRU CDG (Paris) BIO
Leg 1: 1h 5m (156 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (473 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRU → CDG
1h 5m · 156 mi
View BRU to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → BIO
1h 40m · 473 mi
View CDG to BIO flights →
BRU GVA (Geneva) BIO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (331 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (487 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRU → GVA
1h 15m · 331 mi
View BRU to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → BIO
1h 38m · 487 mi
View GVA to BIO flights →
BRU AMS (Amsterdam) BIO
Leg 1: 55m (98 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (716 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRU → AMS
55m · 98 mi
View BRU to AMS flights →
Leg 2
AMS → BIO
2h 5m · 716 mi
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BRU SXB (Strasbourg) BIO
Leg 1: 1h (215 mi) Leg 2: 2h (622 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRU → SXB
1h · 215 mi
View BRU to SXB flights →
Leg 2
SXB → BIO
2h · 622 mi
View SXB to BIO flights →
BRU ZRH (Zurich) BIO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (301 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (626 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BRU → ZRH
1h 15m · 301 mi
View BRU to ZRH flights →
Leg 2
ZRH → BIO
1h 55m · 626 mi
View ZRH to BIO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Brussels to Bilbao?

A nonstop flight from Brussels (BRU) to Bilbao (BIO) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 629 miles (1,012 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Brussels to Bilbao?

2 airlines: Brussels Airlines, Vueling.

Is there a nonstop flight from Brussels to Bilbao?

Yes. 2 airlines: Brussels Airlines, Vueling.

How far is Brussels from Bilbao?

The flight distance from Brussels to Bilbao is 629 miles (1,012 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Brussels to Bilbao?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Belgium to Spain?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Spain embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Brussels to Bilbao?

Roughly 116 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 580 km.

Is the return flight from Bilbao to Brussels also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brussels to Bilbao?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Brussels Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.