Private charter between Bilbao and Rome starts at US$19,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Bilbao (BIO) to Rome (FCO) and Rome to Bilbao — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Bilbao to Rome is roughly 1,251 kilometres — 778 miles, or 676 nautical miles.
From €18,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Bilbao–Rome spans US$19,500 – US$54,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 58m | 1h 46m – 2h 10m | €26,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 50m | 1h 39m – 2h 01m | €36,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 58m | €26,000 – €36,000 (~US$28,000 – US$39,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 57m | €29,000 – €40,000 (~US$31,000 – US$43,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 52m | €31,000 – €44,000 (~US$33,500 – US$47,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 50m | €36,000 – €51,000 (~US$39,000 – US$54,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 50m | €40,000 – €56,000 (~US$43,000 – US$60,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 52m | €44,000 – €61,000 (~US$47,000 – US$65,500) | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Bilbao–Rome charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
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.
Rome, Italy: Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport.
| Bilbao Airport | Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LEBB / BIO | LIRF / FCO |
| Longest hard runway | 8,530 ft | 12,801 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 138 ft | 13 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 · Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (7,226 ft, 28 km) · Rome Urbe Airport (3,556 ft, 26 km) · Aviosuperficie Tucano · Aviosuperficie Artena
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Bilbao–Rome when the time is right.
Demand on Bilbao–Rome comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$19,500 – US$54,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 58m airborne across the 1,251 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Bilbao–Rome departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Bilbao–Rome charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
