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Among airlines operating Cologne to Bologna flights:

• Eurowings: offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

2 airlines operate flights between Cologne and Bologna. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• Eurowings

Flights from Cologne to Bologna usually depart from Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Eurowings: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ITA Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cologne to Bologna.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $164 round-trip, compared to $268 via a layover through Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Eurowings and ITA Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Most connecting flights from Cologne to Bologna pass through Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Cologne to Bologna route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $140 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $188, a difference of $48. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Bologna are Bologna Central Station, Bologna City Centre and Piazza Maggiore. These are among the most viewed places in Bologna on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cologne to Bologna:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:32 am
• Latest: departs at 7:15 pm and lands at 8:47 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 32m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 31% above the route average of $170. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Cologne to Bologna takes 1h 32m, covering 478 miles.

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.

One-way fares from Cologne to Bologna are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $31, which is 66% below the typical average for this route.

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Felirent
• Italy Car Rent
• Rent Smart 24
• Target Italy

Round-trip flights from Cologne to Bologna range from $131 to $219, with an average of $170 over the past 12 months. Anything below $131 counts as a good deal.