Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Bologna.
Choose from three weekly Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport flights. The 07:40 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 21:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BLQ to MAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Getting to Manchester (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering BLQ to MAN flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BLQ and MAN include:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Rs6,988 is currently the best price for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs14,306. These fares can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from BLQ to MAN by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
When it comes to Guglielmo Marconi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Guglielmo Marconi Airport from central Bologna, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BLQ:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
Consider staying in a hotel near MAN if you have a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Manchester Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and experience more of Manchester and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Manchester Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Manchester. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Manchester. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 23ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLQ to MAN in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Manchester, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its must-visit sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No trip is complete without a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.