Travelling from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Bologna is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Santorini (Thira).
To ensure you catch your JTR to BLQ flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between JTR and BLQ include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Currently, 54 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 195 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from JTR to BLQ, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from JTR to BLQ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
92.74% of flights leaving Santorini International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from JTR.
To reach Santorini International Airport from central Santorini (Thira), it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near JTR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Stay at 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 about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport to the centre of Bologna has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Bologna based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Santorini International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport for July if you want to go to Bologna during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JTR to BLQ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 once you've seen the sights of Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions 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.
Milan is another standout destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No journey is complete without seeing Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.