Flying from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) out of here.
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located in Bologna. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Orlando.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Orlando to BLQ. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Orlando to BLQ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
MCO is about 32 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Orlando International Airport:
78.28% of flights that take off from Orlando International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can arrive at SFB from the centre of Orlando in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Orlando to BLQ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.11%.
About Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BLQ:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and discover more of Bologna and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport to central Bologna is around 5 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Rs66,324 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Return flights start at Rs153,964. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Orlando to BLQ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), while June is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Bologna based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Orlando to BLQ flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bologna to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Bologna
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bologna:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Piazza Maggiore, Delicious Bologna - Bologna Food Tour and Quadrilatero are highlights which should be on any well-planned Bologna itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Bologna has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. About 193 kilometres north-west of Bologna, a visit to Milan will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like The Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
Turin is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 290 kilometres west of Bologna. No trip is complete without experiencing Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
