Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BIO to BLQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BIO and BLQ include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Menorca Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is 43 €. A return ticket is currently 90 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from BIO to BLQ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BIO to BLQ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
82.76% of flights departing from Bilbao Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from BIO.
Bilbao Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BIO:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you're landing on a late Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near BLQ:
Pick up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car and discover Bologna and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and RentSmart24 are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Bologna. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Bologna. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Bilbao Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport for July if you want to visit Bologna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BIO to BLQ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Bologna, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel about 306 kilometres south to Rome to tick off its leading sights. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna, Milan is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.