Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bologna one hour behind Athens.
Each week, there are 14 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flights. If you want to get going early, pick the 08:25 Aegean Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:30 with Ryanair.
Leave enough time to catch your ATH to BLQ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Bologna — and maybe even more of Italy if you have time.
Aegean Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to BLQ flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ATH and BLQ:
Tirana International Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Rs7,152 is currently the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs14,303. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATH to BLQ.
The cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ATH:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bologna and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport to the centre of Bologna has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Bologna in January.
The warmest month in Bologna is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to BLQ in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Milan is another essential stop in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No journey is complete without experiencing Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.