Manchester, Greater Manchester to Bologna (MAN–BLQ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAN–BLQ is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Ryanair UK lead the route. The flight covers 863 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 73H | 2h20 | – | – | – |
| RK Ryanair UK | 1 | 73H | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bologna from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→BLQ | BHX→BLQ | LTN→BLQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 66 mi | 130 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 10m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · BLQ: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 7:00 PM in Bologna.
British passport holders enter Italy visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit. ID cards are no longer accepted for UK nationals.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (EUR 280.46 for trips up to 5 days, EUR 44.93 per day for longer stays, per Italian authorities). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. San Marino and Vatican City are not in Schengen, but entry from Italy involves no border check.
Direct flights from London to Rome run about 2 hours 30 minutes, to Milan about 2 hours, to Naples about 2 hours 40 minutes. Budget carriers (Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air, Vueling) serve dozens of UK-Italy routes from regional airports. Italy uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. Italian law requires you to carry photo ID at all times. The "dichiarazione di presenza" (declaration of presence) is technically required for non-EU visitors staying outside hotels, but hotels file it automatically on check-in.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–BLQ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to BLQ
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Ryanair UK. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to BLQ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to BLQ ranges from 2 hours 20 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
61 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 Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX) and Luton, Luton (LTN).