Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Milan and Bologna follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MXP to BLQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jetting into Bologna (and then discovering more of Italy!) is easy with Neos. This popular carrier has direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Neos is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between MXP and BLQ:
Zurich Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is R 829. A return fare is currently R 2,425. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from MXP to BLQ by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MXP to BLQ.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of all flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% land on time at their destination.
To reach Milano Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MXP:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:
Follow your own route with a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and discover more of Bologna and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Guglielmo Marconi Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport to central Bologna has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Bologna based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Bologna is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to BLQ in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, top sights here 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 favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.