Flying from Portland Airport (PDX) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna is nine hours ahead of Portland and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your PDX to BLQ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between PDX and BLQ include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
$582 is the lowest price for a one-way Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,285. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PDX to BLQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PDX to BLQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83% of flights leaving Portland Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from PDX.
To get to Portland Airport from central Portland, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to PDX:
Arriving at Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Bologna International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and chase adventure across Bologna and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Bologna International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Bologna based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bologna is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Portland Airport to Bologna International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from PDX to BLQ in January if you'd rather travel during 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 explored after you've experienced Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Milan is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No trip is complete without visiting Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.