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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Bologna International flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Zurich to Bologna International

Zurich to Bologna International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to Bologna below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bologna International.

Zurich to Bologna: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$256
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 7 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week41

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Bologna International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Bologna International is $256. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Bologna International.
SWISS, ITA Airways and helvetic fly direct from Zurich to Bologna International.
As of April 2025, there are 41 flights per week flying from Zurich to Bologna International.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Bologna International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Bologna International Airport on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bologna International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bologna is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Vueling Airlines and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bologna International.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Zurich and Bologna follow the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Every week, there are 17 Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 07:35 SWISS flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 17:20 with SWISS.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH 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.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Travelling to Bologna (and then seeing more of Italy!) is easy with SWISS. This popular airline has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with SWISS on this route.

  • SWISS is the most punctual carrier that offers ZRH to BLQ flights. A reliable 82.28% of its departures on this route land on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)

  • Currently, $115 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $256. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ZRH to BLQ.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ZRH to BLQ.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, 69.02% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Zurich Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ZRH:

Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and venture far and wide through Bologna and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Guglielmo Marconi Airport about two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna

  • Guglielmo Marconi Airport to the centre of Bologna has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Bologna based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Bologna is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to BLQ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Italy

  • Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in Italy, consider Milan, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are among its highlights.

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