Travelling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Porto Airport to Bologna International Airport.
Bologna is one hour ahead of Porto and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your OPO to BLQ flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Ryanair has direct flights from Porto Airport to Bologna International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Bologna — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With an impressive 94.44% of services arriving on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering OPO to BLQ flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Porto Airport to Bologna International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between OPO and BLQ:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Airport, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to OPO? If you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Bologna International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Porto Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bologna International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Bologna's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Bologna International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Bologna International Airport to central Bologna has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Porto Airport to Bologna International Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Bologna based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Porto Airport to Bologna International Airport for July if you want to go to Bologna during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OPO to BLQ in January. Average temperatures are 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 Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you want to check out another great destination in Italy, consider Milan, about 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are among the biggest draws.

