Travelling from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Marseille Airport (MRS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Bologna and Marseille are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Leave plenty of time to make your BLQ to MRS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Marseille (and maybe even some other exciting corners of France!). Check out the direct flights from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering BLQ to MRS flights, with 66.67% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BLQ and MRS include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
Ibiza Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Marseille Airport (MRS)
Currently, 17 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 34 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BLQ to MRS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BLQ to MRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport.
Handy information about Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Bologna International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart BLQ arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Bologna International Airport from central Bologna, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BLQ:
Arriving at Marseille Airport (MRS)
If you're coming in on a late Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MRS:
Go where the road takes you with a Marseille Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or Free2move and see more of Marseille and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Marseille Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Marseille Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
From Marseille Airport, Marseille is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Marseille Airport (MRS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Marseille in March.
When reserving your flight from Bologna International Airport to Marseille Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Marseille, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BLQ to MRS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've done Marseille, now it's time to discover more of France. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Lyon to check off its top attractions. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 322 kilometres west of Marseille, Toulouse is another essential stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.