Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Bologna, where Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your BLQ to Johannesburg flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from BLQ to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Bologna to BLQ takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near BLQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Guglielmo Marconi Airport, 74.23% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Johannesburg
Rs117,578 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs153,180. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BLQ to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BLQ to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Johannesburg and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BLQ to Johannesburg can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BLQ to Johannesburg flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Plan your trip to Johannesburg in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to Johannesburg in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Johannesburg right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Johannesburg:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are top sights which should be on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Pietermaritzburg to tick off its popular sights. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without dropping by Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
