Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna is one hour ahead of Faro and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FAO to BLQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between FAO and BLQ include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Eindhoven Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Right now, 48 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 117 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FAO to BLQ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from FAO to BLQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of the flights that depart from Faro Airport, 76.66% land on schedule at their destination.
Faro Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to FAO? If you've booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
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 Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bologna and beyond.
Booking your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Bologna. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Faro Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport for July if you'd like to visit Bologna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FAO 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
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced 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.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Italy, consider Milan, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are among its highlights.