Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, making Bologna one hour behind Riga.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIX to BLQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. These are the top stopovers between RIX and BLQ:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is Rs13,355. A return plane ticket is currently Rs26,385. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIX to BLQ, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from RIX to BLQ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.03% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Consider booking a hotel near BLQ if you're catching a late Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car and discover Bologna and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and RentSmart24 are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Bologna. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bologna based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Riga International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RIX to BLQ sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Bologna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres south of Bologna, a trip to Rome will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like 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 standout destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No journey is complete without a visit to Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
