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

Nonstop flights from Manchester (MAN) to Bologna (BLQ) take about 2h 14m (1,389 km). Ryanair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $81 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

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Etihad Airways aircraft with Manchester City branding landing on a runway, showcasing vivid livery. — lounges at Manchester AirportManchester Airport · 5 lounges
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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

All 14 things to do in Bologna →
Piazza Maggiorefrom €26
Piazza Maggiore 4.6 · 56 Tiqets reviews
Ducatifrom €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 Manchester to Bologna

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

✈ Ryanairnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Manchester to Bologna flights

How long is the flight from Manchester to Bologna?
A nonstop flight from Manchester (MAN) to Bologna (BLQ) takes about 2h 14m, covering 1,389 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 Manchester from Bologna by air?
The great-circle distance between Manchester Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 1,389 km (863 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Manchester to Bologna?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MAN–BLQ route include Ryanair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Manchester to Bologna cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MAN–BLQ was $81 USD with Ryanair (nonstop), departing 4 Dec 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.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Manchester to Bologna?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $75 with one stop against $81 nonstop, a saving of $6. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UK 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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