Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located in Bologna. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is ten hours ahead of Bologna.
Leave enough time to get on your BLQ to Melbourne flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
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Located around 5 kilometres from central Bologna, BLQ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near BLQ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
74.23% of flights leaving from Guglielmo Marconi Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Melbourne
The best price we've seen for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne flight is $776. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,767. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BLQ to Melbourne. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BLQ to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some fantastic places to lay your head just a quick drive from AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your BLQ to Melbourne flight.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be off and running.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV can land you a better rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near MEB and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late BLQ to Melbourne flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:
Start your trip without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book with reliable names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne is a good move. As well as better prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Travel to Melbourne during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BLQ to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a visit to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.