Traveling from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Tirana and Bologna share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
You can choose from 245 weekly Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with Wizz Air Malta is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 23:05.
To ensure you catch your TIA to BLQ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, so getting to Bologna (and then visiting more of Italy!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travelers choose to fly with Albawings on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for TIA to BLQ flights is Ryanair.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight is $17. A round-trip ticket right now is $34. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from TIA to BLQ by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tirana International Airport, data shows 69.86% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Tirana International Airport from central Tirana, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near TIA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
If you're coming in on a late Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BLQ:
Grab a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car and discover Bologna and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and RentSmart24 are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
From Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Bologna is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Bologna in January.
Before locking in your flight from Tirana International Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TIA to BLQ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bologna. Around 306 kilometers away to the south, top sights here include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 209 kilometers north-west of Bologna, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.