Travelling from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): What you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Bologna is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located in Bologna, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow 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.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Glasgow to BLQ departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Check out these connections between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and BLQ:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
You can reach PIK from the centre of Glasgow in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to BLQ flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:
Follow your own route 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.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Central Bologna is around 5 kilometres from Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
At the moment, R 1,047 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,481. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Glasgow to BLQ, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ). June is the busiest month to visit Bologna. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Before locking in your Glasgow to BLQ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Bologna
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bologna right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Guglielmo Marconi Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Bologna when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Piazza Maggiore followed by Delicious Bologna - Bologna Food Tour and Quadrilatero.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Bologna, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Journey about 193 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its leading sights. From The Last Supper Museum to Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another corner of 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 key highlights.
