Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Bologna is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
To ensure you catch your GLA to BLQ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GLA and BLQ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Luton Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
RM221 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM491. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from GLA to BLQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check 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 GLA to BLQ.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to GLA:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Consider booking a hotel near BLQ if you're on a late Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Bologna's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Guglielmo Marconi Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
From Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Bologna is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bologna. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GLA to BLQ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Bologna has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres south of Bologna, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna, Milan is another favourite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.