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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.
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The cheapest and fastest flights from Milan to Bologna
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£188
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£420
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
4 h 17 m
Flights on 13 Oct
15
Distance
201 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Milan to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Bologna will cost around £420 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £188.
Fast flights
To travel from Milan to Bologna you need to make at least one change.
AZ1671 · AZ1606 · AZ132114:008h50Milan Linate Airport22:50Bologna Airport£1881One-way2 changes- AZ2061 · AZ132117:005h50Milan Linate Airport22:50Bologna Airport£2211One-way1 change
- AZ2045 · AZ131910:304h15Milan Linate Airport14:45Bologna Airport£2211One-way1 change
- AZ2097 · AZ132118:004h50Milan Linate Airport22:50Bologna Airport£2471One-way1 change
- AZ2109 · AZ132119:003h50Milan Linate Airport22:50Bologna Airport£2471One-way1 change
- AZ2013 · AZ13117:003h20Milan Linate Airport10:20Bologna Airport£4821One-way1 change
- AZ2109 · AZ132119:003h50Milan Linate Airport22:50Bologna Airport£2471One-way1 change
- AZ2045 · AZ131910:304h15Milan Linate Airport14:45Bologna Airport£2211One-way1 change
- AZ2097 · AZ132118:004h50Milan Linate Airport22:50Bologna Airport£2471One-way1 change
BA577 · BA54418:305h10Milan Linate Airport23:40Bologna Airport£6371One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Milan to Bologna flight
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Flights from Milan to Bologna depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £123 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 04:20, the last at 17:30. The fastest flight covers the 201 km distance in 2h 10m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 201 km |
Average flight duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £123 |
Flights per day 12 |
Fastest flight 2h 10m |
First flight 4:20 |
Last flight 17:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Live departures
Milan to Bologna flight times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Bologna flights for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ2061 · AZ1321 | 17:00 Milan Linate Airport | 5h50 | 22:50 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| AZ2097 · AZ1321 | 18:00 Milan Linate Airport | 4h50 | 22:50 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| BA577 · BA544 | 18:30 Milan Linate Airport | 5h15 | 23:45 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| AZ2109 · AZ1321 | 19:00 Milan Linate Airport | 3h50 | 22:50 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| AZ1637 · AZ1612 · AZ1319 | 6:15 Milan Linate Airport | 8h30 | 14:45 Bologna Airport | 2 changes | |
| AZ2013 · AZ1311 | 7:00 Milan Linate Airport | 3h20 | 10:20 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| AZ1649 · AZ1612 · AZ1319 | 8:55 Milan Linate Airport | 5h50 | 14:45 Bologna Airport | 2 changes | |
| AZ2029 · AZ1319 | 9:00 Milan Linate Airport | 5h45 | 14:45 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| AZ2045 · AZ1319 | 10:30 Milan Linate Airport | 4h15 | 14:45 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| BA569 · BA542 | 11:10 Milan Linate Airport | 7h40 | 18:50 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| BA571 · BA544 | 13:40 Milan Linate Airport | 10h00 | 23:40 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| AZ1671 · AZ1606 · AZ1321 | 14:00 Milan Linate Airport | 8h50 | 22:50 Bologna Airport | 2 changes | |
| BA573 · BA544 | 14:30 Milan Linate Airport | 9h10 | 23:40 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
| BA585 · BA544 | 14:40 Milan Malpensa Airport | 9h00 | 23:40 Bologna Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of British Airways to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Bologna.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Milan to Bologna.
Airlines: ITA, British Airways from Milan to BolognaFind the best flights between Milan to Bologna with Omio's travel partners ITA, British Airways from £3. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
ITA
About
ITA Airways is Italy's national flag carrier, established in 2020 as the successor to Alitalia. Co-owned by the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance and Lufthansa Group, it operates a modern, predominantly Airbus fleet. ITA Airways serves over 70 domestic, European, and intercontinental destinations, with its main hub at Rome Fiumicino Airport. The airline offers Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class, with complimentary meals and in-flight Wi-Fi on many routes. ITA Airways was a SkyTeam member until April 2025 and is expected to join Star Alliance in the first half of 2026.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ITA Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest ITA Price
£123
ITA frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8kg, 55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (40x30x20cm)
Additional luggage
Up to 2 checked bags (23kg each)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24h of booking if flight is more than 7 days away. After that, fees apply based on fare type
Pregnant on board
Up to end of 36th week for single pregnancy, up to end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancy. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Service available for children aged 5-14. Must be booked at least 48h in advance
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 10kg including carrier
Entertaiment on board
British Airways
About
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. syn p British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average British Airways Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest British Airways Price
£170
British Airways frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Economy Basic includes 1 cabin bag (max 23kg, 56x45x25cm) plus 1 personal item (40x30x15cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare class
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flexible tickets can be cancelled for a full refund
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28th weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyers aged 5-11 can travel alone using British Airways' Skyflyer Solo service. Service must be booked in advance and is available on most routes
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
British Airways provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance through airports.
Pets
Pets travel in the hold except assistance dogs. Advance booking required. Only cats and dogs accepted on most routes
Entertaiment on board
Complete guide to Bologna
Things to do in Bologna
Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
- Recommended
MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna
Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.
- Recommended
Museo del Patrimonio Industriale
An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.
- Must visit
Piazza Maggiore
Bologna’s grand central square is the city’s social and architectural heart, framed by major civic buildings and lively throughout the day.
- Must visit
Portico di San Luca
A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
- Recommended
Via Pescherie Vecchie
This covered market street preserves medieval character under porticoes and is ideal for a short walk between historic shops and central landmarks.
Tagliatelle al ragù
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with slow-cooked ragù. It is Bologna’s signature pasta dish and traditionally differs from spaghetti bolognese found abroad.
Tortellini in brodo
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
Lasagne verdi alla bolognese
Green pasta sheets layered with ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano Reggiano. This baked dish is a traditional Sunday and holiday favourite in Bologna.
Trattoria da Me
Historic osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta and traditional meat dishes in a warm, old-world dining room near the city centre.
Ristorante I Carracci
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
Trattoria Anna Maria
Long-standing trattoria popular for tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù and other local staples in a simple, bustling setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: lodging is mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local buses are cheap, though central hotel rates rise in peak season and during major fairs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Service may be included; round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.30
- Day pass
- €9.00
To the city centre
Bologna Airport -> Bologna Centrale
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Tap a contactless bank card on Bologna buses for pay-as-you-go travel; TPER states daily and weekly best fare caps apply.
- Buy digital tickets and check live departures in the official Roger app before boarding.
FAQs: Milan to Bologna flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.
Cheap plane tickets from Milan to Bologna can start from as little as £123 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Milan to Bologna is £360; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Milan to Bologna is 2h 10m to travel the 201 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Milan to Bologna leaves at 4:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Milan to Bologna leaves at 17:30.
There are 12 flights a day from Milan to Bologna which require at least one change with ITA, British Airways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer flights.
When taking a flight from Milan to Bologna, you can count on ITA, British Airways for the best way to get you to Bologna. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Milan and Bologna and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from Milan to Bologna generally leave from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Bologna Airport .Milan Linate Airport is 6 km away from Milan city centre and Bologna Airport is 5 km from Bologna city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Bologna including taking a train, coach and flight.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
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Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Bologna
Most Milan to Bologna flights use the Milan Linate Airport to Bologna Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Bologna airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Departure airports in Milan
Arrival airports in Bologna
Which Milan airport do flights to Bologna leave from?
Flights from Milan to Bologna depart from Milan Linate Airport. The airport is 7 km from Milan city centre at Viale Enrico Forlanini, 20090 Segrate MI, Italy.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)Viale Enrico Forlanini, 20090 Segrate MI, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Milan Linate Airport from Milan city centre
Milan Linate Airport is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus973 · 16m · £2 · every ~5 min
Autostradale 144 · 25m · £0.89 · every ~3 min
flibco · 25m · £2 · every ~2 min
Subway4 · 12m · £2 · every ~30 min
Milan Linate Airport airport facilities and services
Milan Linate Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milan Linate Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milan Linate Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)21010 Ferno VA, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Milan Malpensa Airport from Milan city centre
Milan Malpensa Airport is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe54 · 38m · £4 · every ~4 min
Re51 · 43m · £4 · every ~4 min
Fr · 51m · £7
BusItabus · 35m · £4
Bus · 45m
flibco · 1h 10m · £10 · every ~6 min
flibco · 1h 16m · £11 · every ~6 min
ShuttleApt4 · 1h 10m · £9 · every ~5 min
Milan Malpensa Airport airport facilities and services
Milan Malpensa Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals, near check-inas and gates.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milan Malpensa Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milan Malpensa Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Which Bologna airport do flights from Milan arrive at?
Flights from Milan to Bologna arrive at Bologna Airport. Bologna Airport is 6 km from Bologna city centre.
Bologna Airport (BLQ)Via del Triumvirato, 84, 40132 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna Airport from Bologna city centre
Bologna Airport is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainMex · 7m · every ~15 min
Bus949 · 28m · £5 · every ~2 min
Shuttle8m · £13
Bologna Airport airport facilities and services
Bologna Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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