Travelling from Cologne Airport (CGN) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Cologne and Bologna are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are four Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 07:20 Eurowings flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:05 with Eurowings.
To ensure you catch your CGN to BLQ flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jetting into Bologna (and then seeing more of Italy!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With an impressive 86.21% of services landing on schedule, Ryanair has the best on-time record for CGN to BLQ flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CGN and BLQ:
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
Olbia Airport
Handy information about Cologne Airport (CGN)
74% of flights that depart Cologne Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Cologne to Cologne Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CGN:
Arriving at Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Consider staying in a hotel near BLQ if you're catching a late Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bologna International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Bologna's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Bologna International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Bologna International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Bologna. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Bologna based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Bologna is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Cologne Airport to Bologna International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to BLQ in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Bologna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Italy you should also see. Around 306 kilometres south of Bologna, a trip to Rome will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Italy, head for Milan, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are highlights.