Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, known by the codes BLQ and LIPE, is the main air gateway for Bologna in northern Italy and is classed as a large airport. Sitting at 123 feet (37 m) above sea level, it serves both city visitors and travelers heading deeper into the Emilia-Romagna region. For many passengers, its appeal is simple: it offers straightforward access to one of Italy’s great food, university, and business cities, while also working well as a convenient arrival point for wider regional travel.
About Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, known by the codes BLQ and LIPE, is the main air gateway for Bologna in northern Italy and is classed as a large airport. Sitting at 123 feet (37 m) above sea level, it serves both city visitors and travelers heading deeper into the Emilia-Romagna region. For many passengers, its appeal is simple: it offers straightforward access to one of Italy’s great food, university, and business cities, while also working well as a convenient arrival point for wider regional travel.
Overview
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, known by the codes BLQ and LIPE, is the main air gateway for Bologna in northern Italy and is classed as a large airport. Sitting at 123 feet (37 m) above sea level, it serves both city visitors and travelers heading deeper into the Emilia-Romagna region. For many passengers, its appeal is simple: it offers straightforward access to one of Italy’s great food, university, and business cities, while also working well as a convenient arrival point for wider regional travel.
Practical facts
- Airport name: Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport
- Location served: Bologna, Italy
- Airport type: large airport
- Runway: 12/30, 9,196 ft, asphalt, lighted
- Time zone: Europe/Rome
- Official website: http://www.bologna-airport.it/?LN=UK
What travelers should know
For visitors, BLQ is a practical airport to keep in mind because Bologna is compact, well connected, and easy to use as a base for city breaks or onward rail travel across northern Italy. The single listed runway, 12/30, is long and fully lighted, supporting regular commercial operations in a modern airport setting. If you are planning arrival or departure times, remember the airport operates on Europe/Rome time, which is useful when checking flight schedules, train links, hotel check-in windows, or meeting times after landing.
Why it works well for a trip
The airport is especially useful for travelers who want a smooth entry point into Bologna without overcomplicating their itinerary. Bologna itself is known for historic streets, major rail connections, and excellent regional access, so flying into BLQ can make the first and last part of a trip feel efficient. Before travel day, the official airport website is the best place to confirm live flight information, airport services, and any operational updates.
Routes
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FAQ
Guglielmo Marconi Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located in Bologna, Italy (Europe), at coordinates 44.530°, 11.290°.
- Its IATA code is BLQ and its ICAO code is LIPE.
- Guglielmo Marconi Airport serves Bologna, Italy. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Guglielmo Marconi Airport operates on Europe/Rome local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Guglielmo Marconi Airport sits at latitude 44.530° and longitude 11.290°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BLQ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BLQ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BLQ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 84 Via del Triumvirato, Emilia-Romagna, 40132, Italy, the phone number is +39 051 647 9615, the official website is http://www.bologna-airport.it/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Italy. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.