Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time1h 02m
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Private jet charter from Bilbao (BIO) to Madrid (TOJ), and from Madrid (TOJ) back to Bilbao (BIO).
Bilbao and Madrid lie approximately 316 km apart (196 mi / 171 nm) on a direct routing.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Bilbao and Madrid, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 02m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 59 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 50 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 49 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 48 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Bilbao–Madrid charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Bilbao, Spain: Bilbao Airport and Vitoria Airport.
Madrid, Spain: Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday business corridor: departures cluster on Tue, most often around 10:00 UTC.
Bilbao→Madrid runs about 8 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Wed is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilbao → Madrid | 23 | 44 min | 34 min | Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (5), Cessna Citation XLS (5), Cessna Citation CJ2 (3), Pilatus PC-12 (2) |
| Madrid → Bilbao | 32 | 36 min | — | Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (6), Cessna Citation XLS (5), Cessna Citation Latitude (4), Gulfstream 5 (3) |
55 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Bilbao Airport | Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LEBB / BIO | LETO / TOJ |
| Longest hard runway | 8,530 ft | 15,807 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 138 ft | 2,026 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 10 km |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Vitoria Airport (11,483 ft, 49 km) · Campo Gaviota Heliport · Iurreta Heliport · Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (14,271 ft, 0 km) · Madrid-Cuatro Vientos Airport (4,921 ft, 23 km) · Ocaña Airfield (4,134 ft, 62 km) · Casarrubios Del Monte Airfield (3,116 ft, 48 km)
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Travel Bilbao–Madrid with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Bilbao–Madrid is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 02m airborne across the 316 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Bilbao–Madrid charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.