Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) Traveler Essentials
- Terminals
- A single terminal handles all flights, with a clearly organized departures and arrivals layout.
- Distance to city
- 6 km / 7 min by Marconi Express
Overview
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is the main airport of the Emilia-Romagna region and one of the busiest in Italy. It serves a wide range of European and some intercontinental destinations through full-service and low-cost carriers. It is a popular gateway for visiting Bologna, Modena and the Italian food region.
Transport to city center
The Marconi Express automated people mover links the airport to Bologna Centrale station in about 7 minutes.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal.
Lounges
Business lounges are available airside in the departures area.
Security & customs
Italy is in the Schengen Area, so intra-Schengen flights skip passport control; allow time for security at peak periods.
Travel tips
The Marconi Express monorail is the quickest route into the city, so buy a ticket online or at the station to skip queues.