Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Bologna and Basel share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BLQ to BSL flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BLQ and BSL:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
$91 is the lowest price for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Return flights start from $181. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BLQ to BSL, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
74.23% of flights departing from Guglielmo Marconi Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Guglielmo Marconi Airport from central Bologna, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near BLQ:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guglielmo Marconi Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Basel and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from EuroAirport Swiss about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
From EuroAirport Swiss, Basel is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The quietest month for a flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Basel based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to BSL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you should also see. About 72 kilometres east of Basel, a visit to Zurich will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 72 kilometres south of Basel. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among its highlights.
