Cheap flights from Bologna (BLQ)

Emilia-Romagna's hub, minutes from the city

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi sits roughly 6 km northwest of central Bologna and is the main airport for Emilia-Romagna. It serves as a base for Ryanair and connects northern Italy with most major European capitals plus selected long-haul routes to the Middle East and North America. ITA Airways, Lufthansa, and Air France anchor full-service traffic alongside strong low-cost coverage.

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Airlines flying from Bologna (BLQ)

Major carriers: Ryanair, ITA Airways, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM. Low-cost carriers: Ryanair, Wizz Air, easyJet, Vueling.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bologna?
January and early February typically post the lowest fares from BLQ once Christmas peak ends. Late October and early November are also quiet windows. Flightmussy's free 12-month fare heatmap surfaces the cheapest week across an entire year of departures, so you can plan around the dips without constant date checking.
How do I get from BLQ to central Bologna?
The Marconi Express monorail runs every 7 minutes between the airport and Bologna Centrale station, taking about 7 minutes for the journey. Taxis cost roughly 25 euros and take 15 to 20 minutes. The airport is only 6 km from the city center, so transfers are quick by Italian standards.
Are there long-haul flights from Bologna?
Yes. Emirates flies daily to Dubai, and seasonal routes to the United States (typically via Newark or Philadelphia) operate in summer. Turkish Airlines connects BLQ to Istanbul with onward connections worldwide. For most other long-haul destinations, expect a one-stop itinerary via Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam, or Munich.
Which low-cost airlines serve Bologna?
Ryanair has a base at BLQ and operates the largest low-cost network, followed by Wizz Air, easyJet, and Vueling. Routes span the UK, Spain, Germany, Romania, Poland, and Morocco. Flightmussy compares low-cost fares head-to-head with full-service carriers Google Flights sometimes ranks higher by default.

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