Bologna airport (BLQ)

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) is the most important airport in the Emilia-Romagna region, in northeastern Italy. Opened on 2 September 1933, it handles a large volume of domestic and international flights to various destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, serving as a crucial connection hub for the central-northern part of the country.

Official Website: bologna-airport.it

Telephone: +39 051 647 9615

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Terminals

The airport has a single passenger terminal that handles all flights (domestic and international) and remains open 24 hours a day.

Annual Traffic (2024): 10.8 million passengers.

Information Points

• Information Desk: Located in the baggage claim area.
• Tourist Office (IAT): Situated in the airport’s welcome office on the ground floor.

 Location

The airport is located 6 km (3.75 miles) northwest of Bologna and 200 km (125 miles) southeast of Milan.

Parking services at Bologna airport (BLQ)

The premises offer various parking options adapted to different needs, from short stays for dropping off or picking up passengers to long-stay car parks. All car parks are conveniently connected to the terminal.

Parking Options

• Kiss & Fly: Dedicated areas for quick passenger drop-off, with 10 minutes of free stay. Ideal for quick arrivals and departures, located on the ground floor and first floor of the terminal.
• P Express: Located directly in front of the terminal, it is the closest option for very short stays, ideal for dropping off or collecting passengers in just a few minutes.
• P1 Terminal: A multi-storey car park (covered and uncovered) connected to the terminal by a covered walkway. It offers spaces with charging stations for electric vehicles. Recommended for short stays and business travellers.
• P2 Business: Located on the first level of the P1 building, this is a premium covered car park with direct access to the terminal. It includes car wash service and valet parking.
• P3 Comfort: Covered and uncovered parking about 200 metres from the terminal. A balanced option for medium-length stays.
• P4 Long Stay: For long stays, located 1.5 km from the terminal. A free courtesy bus connects the car park with the terminal every 20 minutes.
• P6 Smart: Multi-storey car park located a 3-minute walk from the terminal.

Additional Information

• Wait Zone: Available for vehicles waiting for arriving passengers, offering one hour of free parking. This area helps to reduce congestion in the Kiss & Fly zone.
• Rates and Reservations: To check updated rates and make reservations, visit the parking section on the airport’s official website. Booking in advance is recommended, especially for long stays or during peak seasons. See Rates and Reservations

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Bologna Airport is committed to ensuring an accessible and comfortable travel experience for all passengers requiring special assistance, including those with reduced mobility, sensory or cognitive disabilities, or unaccompanied minors.

Assistance for Passengers with Reduced Mobility and Disabilities

• Requesting Assistance: It is essential to request assistance from the airline at least 48 hours in advance, specifying the type of support needed (wheelchair, help moving through the terminal, assistance for boarding/disembarking, etc.).
• Call Points: The airport provides call points (help columns) in both departures and arrivals areas, as well as in designated car parks, allowing passengers to request assistance upon arrival.
• Moving Around the Airport: Assistance staff accompany passengers from designated meeting points to the boarding gate, and from the aircraft to the pick-up points in the arrivals area.

Terminal Services

• Waiting Areas: Special waiting rooms are available for passengers requiring assistance.
• Mobility: Wheelchairs, lifts and vehicles equipped with lifts are available to facilitate boarding and disembarking.
• Accessibility: Accessible toilets, Braille signage and induction systems for people with hearing impairments.
• Parking: Reserved and free parking spaces located near the terminal entrances.

Unaccompanied Minors

Children aged 5 to 11 (or up to 14, depending on the airline’s policy) travelling alone will be escorted by airport or airline staff throughout the entire process, from check-in to boarding and, upon arrival, until they are handed over to the designated guardian. It is essential to check each airline’s policies and fees for this service.

Support for People with Autism

The airport offers the "Autism, A Journey Across the Airport" programme, an initiative designed to make the travel experience easier for people with autism spectrum disorders and their families. This programme includes the possibility of guided pre-visits to the airport to become familiar with the environment and procedures, as well as visual support materials.