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Cheapest round-trip
$637
Typical prices: $855-$1,227
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Thu 11/29Sat 12/15
ORD - BLQ • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$328
Typical prices: $467-$741
SWISS
Thu 3/8
ORD - BLQ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Bologna. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 46% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $602 (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 11h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Bologna (ORD-BLQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Bologna

Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:30 pm - 12:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
34h 50m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Stockholm Arlanda Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:10 pm - 5:20 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 10m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Stockholm Arlanda Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$637Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 17
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7:00 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
15h 10m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:10 pm - 3:30 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 20m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$638TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 15
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11:45 am - 9:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
15h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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10:55 am - 6:20 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 25m1 stop Istanbul
$668Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 15
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11:45 am - 6:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
23h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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2:50 pm - 6:20 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 30m1 stop Istanbul
$673Turkish Airlines
Sun, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 18
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5:50 pm - 4:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
16h 05m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:15 am - 3:20 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$738United Airlines
Sun, Apr 18 - Thu, Apr 22
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3:35 pm - 4:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
18h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:00 am - 2:50 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$738United Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 14
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3:35 pm - 9:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
10h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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5:20 pm - 12:35 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$842Lufthansa
Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:50 pm - 9:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
32h 05m1 stop Zurich
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7:00 pm - 4:15 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 15m1 stop Zurich
$868SWISS
Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:50 pm - 9:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
32h 05m1 stop Zurich
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7:00 pm - 4:15 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 15m1 stop Zurich
$881SWISS
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Jan 11
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4:20 pm - 2:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BLQ Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
14h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 1:10 pmBLQ  Bologna Guglielmo Marconi-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$906Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna at $579 round-trip.
•June ($1,314) and May ($1,143) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 126% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$328
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 124% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Bologna

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Bologna based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna takes 00m, covering 4,653 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna range from $855 to $1,227, with an average of $1,079 over the past 12 months. Anything below $855 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of $1,079. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $721, which is 40% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)?

    Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $35 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Italy Car Rent
    • Target Italy
    • Felirent

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna most commonly connect through:

    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,006 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,162, a difference of $156.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 42m, compared with 11h 51m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 12h 37m via Zurich (ZRH).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Bologna?

    Bologna is 7 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Bologna?

    Some of the most popular sights in Bologna are Piazza Maggiore, Teatro Comunale di Bologna and Foire de Bologne. These are among the most viewed places in Bologna on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,006, about $156 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bologna trip for February. Fares historically average $579 round-trip in that month - typically $735 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport.

    • Fly On Hotel
    • Hotel Bologna Airport
    • Jr Hotels Bologna Amadeus

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