Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Bologna is two hours behind Istanbul and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from SAW to BLQ start from 11:10 — the first with Pegasus. The latest departure is at 12:40 with Pegasus. In total, there are four weekly Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SAW to BLQ flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Bologna (and then exploring more of Italy!) is a snap with Pegasus Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Pegasus Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for SAW to BLQ flights is Pegasus Airlines.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SAW and BLQ:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
Sofia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Right now, R 1,206 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,689. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from SAW to BLQ by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Of the flights that depart from Istanbul Sabiha Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Istanbul Sabiha Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SAW:
Arriving at Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Reserve a hotel near BLQ if you have a late Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Bologna International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and venture far and wide through Bologna and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bologna International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Bologna International Airport to the centre of Bologna has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Bologna based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Bologna International Airport for July if you want to visit Bologna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SAW to BLQ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Bologna has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres south of Bologna, a trip to Rome will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Italy, consider Milan, about 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are highlights.
