- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Flights from Alicante to Bologna depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 744 miles (1198 km) distance in 2h 5m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 744 miles (1198 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Flights per day 25 |
Fastest flight 2h 5m |
First flight 12:01 AM |
Last flight 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$471
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Flights per day
60
Distance
1198 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Bologna will cost around $471 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
It's difficult to get from Alicante to Bologna without transferring at least once.
Regionale 20739 · Regionale Veloce 4137+
InterCityNotte 774+
W46198
Regionale 20747+
InterCityNotte 798+
Regionale TTPER 17403+
W46198
FR 9052+
FR 4682
VY1301 · VY6342+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475+
Regionale TRENORD 80358
VY1301 · VY6342+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471+
Regionale TRENORD 80350
LH1849+
LH9486
LH1849+
EN8244
LH1175+
LH5678
LH1175+
EN8884
SN3772 · SN3125Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $35, and a bus costs an average of $87.
Distance: 744 miles (1198 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$161 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price | $460 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 22m Average total duration 23h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.6 - 7.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Bologna:
A flight is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alicante to Bologna costing on average $173 (€142).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 52m.
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Bologna flights for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 3533+ FR 3939 | 6:10 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 7h30 | 1:40 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1301 · VY6342+ Regionale TRENORD 80350+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 6:50 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h20 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
VY1301 · VY6342+ Regionale TRENORD 80360+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 6:50 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h15 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
VY1301 · VY6342+ Regionale TRENORD 80358+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 6:50 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 13h26 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
SN3772 · SN2645+ EN8242 | 9:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 7h25 | 4:30 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN3772 · SN3125 | 9:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 6h15 | 3:20 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3772+ LX781+ LX1622+ Regionale TRENORD 80382 | 9:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 15h28 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
SN3772 · SN3181+ Regionale 20721+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 9:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 13h08 | 10:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
SN3772 · SN3181+ Leonardo express 4659+ FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 9:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 12h43 | 9:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
SN3772 · SN2645+ LH9484 | 9:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 7h25 | 4:30 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
IB1010 · IB673+ Regionale TRENORD 80360+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 9:15 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h50 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
IB1010 · IB1243 | 9:15 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h25 | 11:40 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1010 · IB673+ Regionale TRENORD 80358+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 9:15 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h01 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
IB1010 · IB673+ Intercity 599+ Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 9:15 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h47 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
EW9531 · EW9822+ Regionale TRENORD 80368+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 9:35 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 12h35 | 10:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
EW9531 · EW9822+ Regionale TRENORD 80362+ FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 9:35 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 9h59 | 7:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
EW9531 · EW9822+ Regionale TRENORD 80366+ FRECCIAROSSA 9661 | 9:35 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h29 | 8:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
UX4042 · UX3119 · UX3179 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h15 | 10:45 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4042 · UX1061+ InterCityNotte 765+ Regionale TRENORD 80376 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h05 | 11:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
AZ2405+ AZ63 · AZ1321 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h15 | 10:45 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4042 · UX3119 · UX3123 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 29h55 | 6:25 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4042 · UX1061+ Regionale TRENORD 80378+ InterCityNotte 755 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h36 | 12:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
UX4042 · UX1047 · UX3123 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 29h55 | 6:25 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4042 · UX1047 · UX3179 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h15 | 10:45 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4042 · UX1061+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485+ Regionale TRENORD 80382 | 12:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 12h03 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
FR 9052+ FR 4682 | 12:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 9h40 | 10:25 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX2175 · LX1106+ LH9486 | 12:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 9h50 | 10:40 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX2175 · LX1106+ EN8244 | 12:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 9h50 | 10:40 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX2175 · LX1110+ EN8244 | 12:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 9h50 | 10:40 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX2175+ Regionale TRENORD 80382+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485+ LX1622 | 12:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h43 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
LX2175+ Regionale TRENORD 80378+ InterCityNotte 755+ LX1622 | 12:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h16 | 12:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
IB1012 · IB1243 | 1:40 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h00 | 11:40 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1012 · IB653+ Regionale 20739 · Regionale Veloce 4137 | 1:40 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h41 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
IB1012 · IB653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9672+ Leonardo express 4707 | 1:40 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 9h13 | 10:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
IB1012 · IB653+ InterCityNotte 774+ Leonardo express 4681 | 1:40 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h41 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
FR 9062+ FR 4682 | 3:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 7h15 | 10:25 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2644+ KL1661 | 3:25 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 17h10 | 8:35 AM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2644+ KL1665 | 3:25 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 25h10 | 4:35 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2644+ KL1667 | 3:25 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 7h00 | 10:25 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2644+ KL1663 | 3:25 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 20h50 | 12:15 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2640+ KL1663 | 4:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 19h25 | 12:15 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1665+ KL2640 | 4:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 23h45 | 4:35 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Leonardo express 4681+ W46198 | 4:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h31 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
KL2640+ KL1661 | 4:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 15h45 | 8:35 AM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 20739 · Regionale Veloce 4137+ InterCityNotte 774+ W46198 | 4:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h31 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 20747+ InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TTPER 17403+ W46198 | 4:50 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h20 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
VY1305 · VY6524 | 5:20 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h30 | 7:50 AM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1175+ LH5678 | 6:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 5h30 | 11:40 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1849+ LH9486 | 6:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 4h30 | 10:40 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1849+ EN8244 | 6:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 4h30 | 10:40 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1849+ LH9480 | 6:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 15h05 | 9:15 AM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1175+ EN8884 | 6:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 5h30 | 11:40 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX4050 · UX1043 · UX3179 | 8:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 26h00 | 10:45 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4050 · UX3117 · UX3123 | 8:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 21h40 | 6:25 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4050 · UX1043 · UX3123 | 8:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 21h40 | 6:25 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX4050 · UX3117 · UX3179 | 8:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 26h00 | 10:45 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL2642+ KL1665 | 10:15 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 18h20 | 4:35 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2642+ KL1661 | 10:15 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h20 | 8:35 AM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2642+ KL1667 | 10:15 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 24h10 | 10:25 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2642+ KL1663 | 10:15 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h00 | 12:15 PM Bologna Airport | 1 transfer | |
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The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, with strong permanent collections and rotating exhibitions in a large converted industrial space.
A major archaeological museum with Etruscan, Egyptian, Greek and Roman collections, housed in a historic palace near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic and religious buildings, ideal for first-time visitors and people-watching.
The world-famous covered walkway leading toward the San Luca sanctuary, popular for scenic walks, photography and local tradition.
One of the city’s most elegant and photogenic squares, fronting the Santo Stefano complex and loved for its atmospheric character.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with Bologna’s traditional slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and differs from the tomato-heavy versions found abroad.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. This is a classic Bolognese comfort dish, especially tied to festive family meals.
Layered baked pasta with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a signature Emilia-Romagna Sunday dish.
Highly regarded neighborhood trattoria known for careful ingredient sourcing and excellent handmade pasta, with a cozy and authentic feel.
Well-known romantic restaurant serving refined Emilian and Bolognese cuisine in an intimate former pharmacy space with polished service.
Very popular traditional osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta dishes in a lively, casual setting close to the university area.
Moderate by Italian standards: food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Bologna by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Bologna flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Bologna Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Bologna airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante Elche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante Elche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante Elche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Bologna Airport is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bologna Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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