Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Bologna and Zurich share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 17 Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, opt for the 09:50 SWISS flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:15 with SWISS.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BLQ to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
SWISS is your gateway to exploring Zurich (and maybe even some other great corners of Switzerland!). Browse the direct flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with SWISS on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating BLQ to ZRH flights. A dependable 86.08% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BLQ and ZRH:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
₹ 5,328 is the best price for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 12,679. These prices may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from BLQ to ZRH, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BLQ to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal 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 Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
74.23% of flights that take off from Guglielmo Marconi Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Bologna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near BLQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to ZRH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Zurich, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Travel about 72 kilometres west to Basel to check off its top attractions. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich, Bern is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
