Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located in Bologna. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is 1 hour behind Bologna.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from BLQ to Glasgow. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from BLQ to Glasgow, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
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If you hold a passport from Italy and are travelling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Bologna, BLQ can be reached in about 22 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 32 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BLQ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Glasgow
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow is $110. The cheapest price for a return flight is $252. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BLQ to Glasgow. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to the centre of Glasgow is around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 33 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 38 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 53 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from BLQ to Glasgow:
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Glasgow in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from BLQ to Glasgow around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Glasgow, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Glasgow itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Riverside Museum.
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