Travelling from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Geneva Airport (GVA): what you need to know
Geneva's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bologna.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your BLQ to GVA flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BLQ and GVA:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport flight is $95. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $209. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BLQ to GVA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BLQ to GVA.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
81% of flights departing from Bologna International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of BLQ.
Bologna International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Bologna. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BLQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Geneva Airport (GVA)
Reserve a hotel close to GVA if you're taking a late Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Geneva Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Geneva's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Geneva Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Geneva Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneva Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Geneva. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Geneva Airport (GVA)
The quietest month for a flight from Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Geneva based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Geneva is August, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Bologna International Airport to Geneva Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BLQ to GVA in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Geneva. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.
Basel is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva. No journey is complete without seeing Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.