Charming view of vibrant buildings lining a narrow street in Bologna, Italy. — flights from Malta to Bologna

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Flights from Valletta to Bologna

Nonstop flights from Valletta (MLA) to Bologna (BLQ) take about 1h 45m (1,004 km). Ryanair and Malta Air fly it. Lowest fare seen: $19 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Bologna

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Charming view of vibrant buildings lining a narrow street in Bologna, Italy. — arriving in Bologna

Airport transfer

BLQ → Bologna, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Malta →2 lounges at Malta Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresBLQ to Bologna: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Bologna →19 drop-off points, from €3.90

Things to book in Bologna

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from €26

Piazza Maggiore 4.6 · 56 Tiqets reviews

from €19

Ducati Museum 4.4 · 48 Tiqets reviews

from €27

Bologna Walking Tours 4.6 · 40 Tiqets reviews

from €18

Basilica of San Petronio 4.6 · 36 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Valletta to Bologna

Carriers on MLA–BLQ according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Valletta to Bologna flights

How long is the flight from Valletta to Bologna?

A nonstop flight from Valletta (MLA) to Bologna (BLQ) takes about 1h 45m, covering 1,004 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Valletta from Bologna by air?

The great-circle distance between Malta International Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 1,004 km (624 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Valletta to Bologna?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MLA–BLQ route include Ryanair and Malta Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Valletta to Bologna cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MLA–BLQ was $19 USD with Ryanair (nonstop), departing 3 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from Valletta to Bologna?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Bologna visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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