Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna is two hours behind Riyadh and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your RUH to BLQ flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RUH and BLQ include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Right now, $276 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $512. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from RUH to BLQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from RUH to BLQ is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights departing from King Khaled International Airport reach their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of RUH.
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near RUH:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BLQ instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and find adventure across Bologna and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
Guglielmo Marconi Airport to the centre of Bologna has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Bologna based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to BLQ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, top sights here 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.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Italy, head for Milan, about 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are key reasons to visit.
