Bologna to Manchester, Greater Manchester (BLQ–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BLQ–MAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Ryanair UK lead the route. The flight covers 863 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 60 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 73H | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| RK Ryanair UK | 1 | 73H | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Bologna
| Metric | BLQ→MAN | VRN→MAN | PSA→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BLQ | – | 63 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 10 | 16 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 13m | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
BLQ: CEST · MAN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bologna, it's 5:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
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.
Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.
Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.
BLQ–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BLQ to MAN
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Ryanair UK. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BLQ to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BLQ to MAN ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 863 miles (1,389 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
60 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via STR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Caselle (VR) (VRN), Pisa (PI) (PSA) and Venezia (VE) (VCE).