Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Bologna is one hour ahead of Edinburgh and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your EDI to BLQ flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Bologna (and maybe even some other great parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and BLQ:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is Rs8,164. A return plane ticket right now is Rs23,414. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EDI to BLQ.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EDI to BLQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on time at their destination.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BLQ:
Pick up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car and explore Bologna and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and RentSmart24 are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Guglielmo Marconi Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Bologna. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Bologna. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Edinburgh 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 to 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to BLQ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 once you've seen the sights of 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 must-experience destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No journey is complete without visiting Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
