Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Leave enough time to make your BIO to BLQ flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BIO and BLQ:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Barcelona Airport
Menorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
$85 is the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $192. These prices can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from BIO to BLQ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BIO to BLQ.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BIO land on schedule 85% of the time.
Bilbao Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Bilbao. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BIO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
If you're coming in on a late Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BLQ:
Pick up a Bologna International Airport rental car and discover Bologna and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and RentSmart24 are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Bologna International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bologna. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to Bologna International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BIO to BLQ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.