Cheap flights from Malaga to Bilbao

When you touch down at Bilbao Airport after your journey from Malaga, you'll find yourself just 9 kilometres from the city centre. The most convenient option is the Aerobus service, which takes approximately 30 minutes and costs around €3.50 per person, running regularly throughout the day.

Alternatively, taxi ranks are available immediately outside baggage claim, offering a reliable 20-25 minute journey (typically €20-25), whilst the local train service connects the airport to the city centre in about 20 minutes for roughly €1.50.

Several car rental companies operate from the terminals if you prefer independent travel through the Basque region's stunning countryside.

Bilbao rewards visitors from Malaga with a compelling blend of contemporary art and Basque heritage. The iconic Guggenheim Museum stands as the city's most recognisable landmark, its titanium-clad architecture reflected in the Nervión River.

Beyond this modern masterpiece, the charming old town reveals medieval streets, Renaissance churches, and the beautiful Casco Viejo neighbourhood with its historic plazas and traditional pintxo bars. The city's verdant parks and riverside promenades offer peaceful respite.

• Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

• Casco Viejo (Historic Old Town)

• Museo de Bellas Artes

• Plaza Mayor de Bilbao

• Nervión riverside walks

• Puente de la Salve

Your culinary experience in Bilbao after travelling from Malaga will introduce you to distinctive Basque flavours that differ markedly from Andalusian cuisine. The city is renowned for pintxos—artfully prepared small bites served in traditional bars where patrons often hop between establishments sampling various creations.

Fresh seafood features prominently given the region's Atlantic coast proximity, whilst the local txakoli wine, a slightly sparkling and refreshing white, pairs perfectly with Bilbao's street food culture. Dining here emphasises quality ingredients and time-honoured preparation methods.

• Croquetas de jamón ibérico

• Marmitako (tuna and potato stew)

• Bacalao a la Vizcaína (salt cod in tomato sauce)

• Pintxos de champiñones

• Txakoli wine

• Tortilla de patatas