Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Bologna, where Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located. Tokyo runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your BLQ to Tokyo flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
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BLQ is around 5 kilometres from central Bologna. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near BLQ? If you've booked an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the flights that depart from Guglielmo Marconi Airport, 74.23% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Tokyo
R 7,019 is currently the best price for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tokyo flight. Return flight tickets start at R 10,502. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from BLQ to Tokyo, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tokyo. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BLQ to Tokyo.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tokyo has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Following your BLQ to Tokyo flight, unwind at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tokyo. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Tokyo in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLQ to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Tokyo:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its leading attractions. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, your itinerary will be busy.
Nagoya is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without visiting Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
