Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 3 hours.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Bologna.
Each week, there are five Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, pick the 09:40 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:20 with Finnair.
To ensure you catch your BLQ to HEL flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finnair is your gateway to discovering Helsinki (and perhaps some other great corners of Finland!). Browse the direct flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Finnair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BLQ and HEL include:
Copenhagen Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is $77. A return fare right now is $194. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from BLQ to HEL by booking at least nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BLQ to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Of the flights that depart from Guglielmo Marconi Airport, 74.23% land on time at their destination.
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Bologna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near BLQ:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Explore without limits with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience more of Helsinki and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Helsinki. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BLQ to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be explored. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.