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Flights from Zurich to Bologna

Nonstop flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Bologna (BLQ) take about 59m (388 km). SWISS flies it. Lowest fare seen: $221 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 Zurich →1 lounge at Zurich 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

All 14 things to do in Bologna →

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Piazza Maggiore 4.6 · 56 Tiqets reviews

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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 Zurich to Bologna

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

✈ SWISSnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Zurich to Bologna flights

How long is the flight from Zurich to Bologna?

A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Bologna (BLQ) takes about 59m, covering 388 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 Zurich from Bologna by air?

The great-circle distance between Zürich Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 388 km (241 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Zurich to Bologna?

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

How much does a flight from Zurich to Bologna cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ZRH–BLQ was $221 USD with SWISS (nonstop), departing 29 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 Zurich to Bologna?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $121 with one stop against $221 nonstop, a saving of $100. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Zurich 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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