Flying from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Hamburg. Check out your options departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) when planning your flight from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ).
The average length of a direct Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Hamburg and Bologna (where Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Hamburg to BLQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Nonstop flights from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport with Neos. This popular airline operates departures from HAM.
The most frequently booked airline between HAM and BLQ is Neos.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
75.01% of flights that depart Hamburg Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
You can get to LBC from the centre of Hamburg in approximately 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport the day before your Hamburg to BLQ flight:
About Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near BLQ:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Bologna's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Bologna. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is P3,107. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P6,189. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Hamburg to BLQ, book your plane ticket one month before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Bologna based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Hamburg to BLQ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bologna to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Bologna
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bologna:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Piazza Maggiore, Delicious Bologna - Bologna Food Tour and Quadrilatero are popular attractions which should feature on every Bologna itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Bologna, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its popular sights. From The Last Supper Museum to Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Italy, consider Turin, about 290 kilometres west of Bologna. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are the start of reasons to visit.