Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna is one hour ahead of Southampton and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SOU to BLQ flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SOU and BLQ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is 89 €. A return plane ticket right now is 209 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SOU to BLQ if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SOU to BLQ.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Of the flights that depart from Southampton Airport, 55.7% land on time at their destination.
To get to Southampton Airport from central Southampton, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SOU:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you have a late Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near BLQ:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 to explore Bologna and beyond.
Booking your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport to central Bologna has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Bologna. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Bologna is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Southampton Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOU to BLQ in January. Temperatures average 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 once you've seen the sights of Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including 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 well-known destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No journey is complete without dropping by Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
