Travelling from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ). Explore your options for departing Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Bologna is 8 hours ahead of Vancouver. Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located in Bologna, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Vancouver to BLQ. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Split up your flight from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base and BLQ include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to BLQ:
About Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Consider staying in a hotel near BLQ if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
From Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Bologna is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 32 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
280 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Return flights start from 655 €. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Vancouver to BLQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Bologna. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before you book a flight from Vancouver to BLQ, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Bologna
After locking in your flight from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bologna:
Piazza Maggiore and Basilica di San Petronio are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Bologna travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna.
Complete your Bologna trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Vancouver to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Bologna. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
