Bologna to Dublin (BLQ–DUB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BLQ–DUB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 1,001 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 46 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 73H | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dublin from Bologna
| Metric | BLQ→DUB | VRN→DUB | PSA→DUB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BLQ | – | 63 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 11 | 9 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 35m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
BLQ: CET · DUB: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Bologna, it's 5:00 PM in Dublin.
Both Italy and Ireland are EU member states. Italian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Ireland without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area but EU free movement still applies.
Airlink 747 coaches depart from outside both terminals every 10–15 minutes to the city centre (€7 one-way). Dublin Bus routes 16 and 41 are cheaper (€3.10 with Leap card) but slower, taking 45–70 minutes. Taxis are metered; expect €25–40 to the city centre depending on traffic and time of day.
Rental car desks are located in both terminal buildings with a large multi-storey car park adjacent. For north-side city destinations, the airport is relatively quick via the Port Tunnel; south-side journeys add considerable time during peak hours.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet weather year-round. Summers (June–August) are cool and frequently overcast, with highs of 17–21°C. Winters are mild (3–9°C) with frequent rain but rarely frost or snow. Fog can affect operations in autumn and winter, particularly early mornings.
Wind is the primary disruption risk. Atlantic storms from October through March can cause ground stops and diverts. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season; dry, sunny days occur but rarely in long stretches.
BLQ–DUB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BLQ to DUB
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) and Dublin Airport (DUB) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BLQ to DUB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BLQ to DUB ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,001 miles (1,611 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via PMI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Caselle (VR) (VRN), Pisa (PI) (PSA) and Venezia (VE) (VCE).