Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Rome: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bologna (the location of Guglielmo Marconi Airport).
With 32 flights a week between the two airports, Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route. ITA Airways operates the earliest flight at 06:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from BLQ to FCO is with ITA Airways at 19:40.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from BLQ to Rome.
Flying over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll be touching down.
Check out the offers from ITA Airways. This airline has direct flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome.
After booking your cheap tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome, get your documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within Italy. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Bologna, BLQ can be reached in approximately 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 32 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near BLQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Rome
P2,404 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P5,917. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BLQ to Rome by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.
It typically takes 51 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
As soon as your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes.
After your flight from BLQ to Rome, kick back at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Rome, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from BLQ to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Rome, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Rome travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Roman Forum.
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