Bologna to London (BLQ–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BLQ–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 723 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: JL, QR | 21 | 319, 320, 32Q | 2h25-2h30 | – | Oneworld | JL, QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Bologna
| Metric | BLQ→LHR | FLR→LHR | PSA→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BLQ | – | 50 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 14 | 31 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 25m | 2h 14m |
Travel Essentials
BLQ: CEST · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bologna, it's 5:00 PM in London.
Italian passport holders enter the UK visa-free for stays of up to 6 months. Since February 2026, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is required before travel. Apply through the UK ETA app or online portal. The ETA costs GBP 20, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and allows multiple entries. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
BLQ–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BLQ to LHR
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BLQ to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BLQ to LHR is about 2 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 723 miles (1,163 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 47 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and Zürich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Firenze (FI) (FLR), Pisa (PI) (PSA) and Rimini (RN) (RMI).