Travelling from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
Cork is one hour behind Bologna and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BLQ to ORK flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BLQ and ORK:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Cork Airport (ORK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport flight is R 798. A round-trip ticket right now is R 1,782. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BLQ to ORK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BLQ to ORK by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport.
Handy information about Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Bologna International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BLQ touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
Central Bologna to Bologna International Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BLQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
Consider booking a hotel close to ORK if you have a late Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cork Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and explore beyond Cork's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cork Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
Cork Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Cork. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cork. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Bologna International Airport to Cork Airport for July if you want to explore Cork during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to ORK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ireland
You've seen Cork, now it's time to explore other corners of Ireland. Travel around 225 kilometres north-east to Dublin to check off its popular sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.