Travelling from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): What you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
1 hour 25 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight.
Frankfurt and Bologna (where Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), with 25 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from FRA to BLQ is the 8:10am Lufthansa option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 10:05pm with Air Dolomiti.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Frankfurt to BLQ.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Fly without interruptions from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) can be booked from here.
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers services from FRA.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Lufthansa from FRA to BLQ.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 70.3% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport make it to their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Here's where you can connect between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and BLQ:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
You can arrive at HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Frankfurt to BLQ flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.
About Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near BLQ:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
The centre of Bologna is around 5 kilometres from Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Rs13,166 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. A return flight starts from Rs27,953. These fares can change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Frankfurt to BLQ, book your ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ). June is the busiest month to visit Bologna. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Bologna is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to BLQ flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bologna
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bologna:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Bologna when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Piazza Maggiore followed by Delicious Bologna - Bologna Food Tour and Quadrilatero.
Explore more of Italy
Bologna has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Bologna, a visit to Milan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like The Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
If you want to check out another major stop in Italy, head for Turin, roughly 290 kilometres west of Bologna. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are the start of reasons to visit.
