Cheap flights from Bilbao to Dubai
Bilbao to Dubai travellers usually connect through European hubs on full-service or low-cost carriers rather than flying direct. The route requires at least one stopover since no nonstop service operates between these cities. You will find fares across multiple airlines with varying connection times and total journey lengths.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 PegasusPC | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 18 Nov 2026 | from $222 | Search 18 Nov 2026 |
 Royal Air MarocAT | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.5 | 28 Nov 2026 | from $426 | Search 28 Nov 2026 |
 Smart WingsQS | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 30 Dec 2026 | from $494 | Search 30 Dec 2026 |
 Turkish AirlinesTK | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 14 Nov 2026 | from $613 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 EurowingsEW | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 4 Jan 2027 | from $665 | Search 4 Jan 2027 |
 Vueling AirlinesVY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.5 | 9 Nov 2026 | from $671 | Search 9 Nov 2026 |
 Lufthansa City AirlinesVL | with a stop | — | 22 Apr 2027 | from $692 | Search 22 Apr 2027 |
 IberiaIB | with a stop | — | 6 Jan 2027 | from $695 | Search 6 Jan 2027 |
 Scandinavian AirlinesSK | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 25 Dec 2026 | from $716 | Search 25 Dec 2026 |
 Air NostrumYW | with a stop | — | 10 Nov 2026 | from $775 | Search 10 Nov 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 1 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: March — from $291.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $426 | 28 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $611 | 6 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $611 | 6 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $620 | 24 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $291 | 12 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $647 | 22 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $434 | 24 May 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $947 | 24 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $641 | 5 Aug 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Bilbao | Bilbao BIO | 0 km |
| Dubai | Al Maktoum Int. Airport DWC | 42 km |
| Dubai | Dubai DXB | 8 km |
| Dubai | Dubai Bus Station XNB | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Daylight hours shorten considerably in Dubai during winter months while temperatures remain mild enough for outdoor activities. November stands out as the lowest-priced period to book this connection since demand drops after peak summer travel ends. You should plan your purchase around three to four weeks ahead for better rates, especially when avoiding school holidays and December festive periods that push prices upward.
Airlines and what to expect
Turkish Airlines provides extensive European connections through Istanbul before reaching Dubai via their full-service network. Pegasus operates as the primary low-cost option on this route with tighter seat configurations and limited included amenities. Royal Air Maroc, Austrian, Edelweiss Air, Eurowings, Vueling Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Smart Wings, and Scandinavian Airlines all offer alternative routing possibilities through their respective hubs.
Arriving — Dubai
Al Maktoum International Airport sits approximately twenty kilometres west of Dubai city centre along the Sheikh Zayed Road corridor. Most passengers reach downtown via taxi services or public bus routes that connect to metro stations nearby. Dubai International remains an alternative landing point for some carriers, while the Dubai Bus Station serves ground transportation needs once you clear immigration.
Before you go: United Arab Emirates
- Currency
- AED (DH)
- Power sockets
- Type C, G · 220 V
- Language
- Arabic
- Emergency number
- 112, 997, 998
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +971
- Internet domain
- .ae, .امارات
- Population of Dubai
- 3.9 M (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+04 (Asia/Dubai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Low-cost carriers typically charge extra for checked baggage and seat selection that full-service airlines include in base fares.
- Verify whether your connecting flights appear on separate tickets since this affects transit time requirements.
- Confirm passport validity meets United Arab Emirates entry standards well before departure dates.
- Compare arrival airports between Al Maktoum and Dubai International when comparing total journey costs across different carriers.
- Book during November for lower prices but avoid school holiday periods that spike demand significantly.
Frequently asked questions
Bilbao – Dubai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for March 2027 — $291. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Bilbao – Dubai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Pegasus, Royal Air Maroc, Smart Wings, Turkish Airlines, Eurowings, Vueling Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Iberia, Scandinavian Airlines, Air Nostrum.
Bilbao – Dubai: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Bilbao to Dubai?
The distance is about 5,587 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 7 h 16 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Bilbao – Dubai?
Bilbao: Bilbao (BIO). Dubai: Al Maktoum Int. Airport (DWC), Dubai (DXB), Dubai Bus Station (XNB).
What is the time difference between Bilbao and Dubai?
Dubai is 3 h ahead of Bilbao.