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Only SWISS operates flights between Zurich and Bologna.

Flights from Zurich to Bologna usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ).

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

• SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ITA Airways: a checked bag in Economy Class 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 Zurich to Bologna.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $240 round-trip via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG), compared to $285 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $23–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS and ITA Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-100 variants.

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

• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 40% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 40% of one-stop connections
• Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 20% of one-stop connections

Rome Fiumicino (FCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Zurich to Bologna route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $223 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $370, a difference of $147. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Bologna route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 18 minutes.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Zurich to Bologna flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

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

• Earliest: departs at 8:35 am and lands at 9:41 am
• Latest: departs at 5:50 pm and lands at 6:56 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 06m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 30% above the route average of $283. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Zurich to Bologna takes 1h 06m, covering 241 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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $173 to $1,389. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Zurich to Bologna are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $114, which is 58% below the typical average for this route.

SWISS is the only airline operating Zurich to Bologna flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 37m, compared with 3h 47m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 5h 04m via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG).

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 Zurich to Bologna range from $228 to $377, with an average of $283 over the past 12 months. Anything below $228 counts as a good deal.