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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Flights from Aachen to Bologna depart on average 58 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 801 km distance in 1h 30m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 801 km |
Average flight duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Flights per day 58 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
1 h 40 m
Flights on 07 Sept
3
Distance
801 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Aachen to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Bologna will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £25.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 3 flights from Aachen to Bologna, including 3 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 801 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £64, while a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 801 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £114 Average Price | £79 Average Price | £71 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 5m Average total duration 17h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Bologna:
A flight is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Aachen to Bologna costing on average £79.
A flight is £50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Bologna costing on average £114.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 25m.
Coach takes on average 17h 35m.
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Bologna flights for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:10 Aachen | 1h35 | 7:45 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:05 Aachen | 1h35 | 15:40 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:15 Aachen | 1h50 | 21:05 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Bologna Airport -> Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Bologna by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aachen to Bologna flights use the Dusseldorf Airport to Bologna Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Bologna airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Bologna Airport is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bologna Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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