Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna is ten hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SYD to BLQ flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to BLQ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is ₹ 46,030. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 99,426. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to BLQ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to BLQ.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Consider booking a hotel close to BLQ if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car and explore Bologna and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and RentSmart24 are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Bologna. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Bologna based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport for July if you want to visit Bologna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to BLQ in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen 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 essential stop in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No trip is complete without seeing Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
