Bologna-G Marconi International Airport (BLQ)
Tel: 05164 79615.
Website: www.bologna-airport.it

Bologna airport is located 6km (4 miles) northwest of the city centre. There are two passenger terminals, which are within walking distance of one another.

Approximate flight times to Bologna: From London is 2 hours 10 minutes; from New York is 9 hours 35 minutes; from Los Angeles is 12 hours and 50 minutes; from Toronto is 10 hours and 10 minutes and from Sydney is 20 hours 20 minutes.

Airport facilities: Facilities include a bureau de change, bank, Help Phone service, restaurant, snack bars and a smattering of shops selling traditional Italian gifts. Avis, Europcar and Hertz provide car hire services. VIP lounges are available for business travellers.

Transport to the city: The Aerobus (tel: 0512 90290) runs to Bologna train station regularly (journey time - 20 minutes). Tickets are available for purchase on the bus. Taxis (tel: 0513 72727) to the city centre cost around €15-18, depending on traffic.