Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Belfast: what you need to know
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located in Bologna. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Belfast is 1 hour behind Bologna.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from BLQ to Belfast.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BLQ to Belfast. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You don't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Italy and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
BLQ is around 10 kilometres from central Bologna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 32 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near BLQ. Whether you have an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Belfast
$107 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast. Return flights start from $222. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from BLQ to Belfast. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near BFS if you're taking a late flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Central Belfast is about 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 12 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 22 minutes.
After your flight from BLQ to Belfast, unwind at a hotel close to BHD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the most popular month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast. To escape the crowds, travel to Belfast in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 19ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from BLQ to Belfast sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
After locking in your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Belfast, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Belfast itinerary.
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