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Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Bologna:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Bologna takes 00m, covering 6,063 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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bologna range from $772 to $1,232, with an average of $996 over the past 12 months. Anything below $772 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 54% above the $996 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Bologna are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $651, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from San Francisco to Bologna usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ).

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Bologna most commonly connect through:

• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 16% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 15% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from San Francisco to Bologna. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $884 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,321, a difference of $437.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 14m, compared with 14h 21m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 14h 48m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

Bologna is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Yes, you can consider KLM for flying with your pet. The airline, just like several others, allows 1 cat or dog in the cabin and 3 pets in the hold. The airline requests that the pet’s reservation be made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure. The pet’s kennel should be at most 17 lb in the cabin and 30 lb in the hold.

You have two alternative airports besdies SFO to fly out out of San Francisco from for your trip to Bologna. The first is Oakland International Airport (OAK), which offers less congestion and potentially cheaper flights. The second is San Jose International Airport (SJC), with shorter security lines for fast airport clearance.

US citizens do not need a visa to travel from San Francisco to Bologna, Italy, as long as their stay does not exceed 90 days within a 180-day period. This applies for various purposes like short-term studies, medical treatment, sports, cultural events, tourism, or business. Ensure your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure date.

You can access the American Airlines Admirals Club, Alaska Lounge, Delta Sky Club, Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge, Cathay Pacific First and Business Lounges, British Airways Club Lounge, Emirates Lounge, and United Airlines Polaris Lounge at SFO airport. These lounge options provide premium amenities and comforts for travelers.