Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 2 hours 4 minutes. Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bologna 1 hour ahead of London.
There are 15 flights from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport each week. Hop on the 06:25 flight if you want to be on your way as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from STN to BLQ departs at 21:55.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between STN and BLQ are:
Cologne Bonn Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Vienna International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Italy, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most current information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from STN to BLQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 21 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 39 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from STN to BLQ by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Travelling from central London to Stansted Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near STN. Whether you have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Consider booking a hotel close to BLQ if you have a late flight from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Bologna. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
It takes around 32 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Bologna based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Stansted Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from STN to BLQ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bologna
Start your Bologna trip right by finding a great place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from STN to BLQ, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Piazza Maggiore, Basilica di San Petronio and MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna are among the things you can't miss in Bologna.
Complete your Bologna trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Guglielmo Marconi Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Bologna.