Flying from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bologna four hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru.
Your BLR to BLQ flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BLR and BLQ:
Dubai Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Right now, R 6,592 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,451. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BLR to BLQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Of the departures from Kempegowda International Airport, 71.17% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Kempegowda International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BLR? If you've booked an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you're getting in on a late Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BLQ:
Travel at your own speed with a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and see more of Bologna and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Bologna. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bologna based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport for July if you want to visit Bologna during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BLR to BLQ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
