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Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
World-class Old Masters gallery in the Zwinger, famous for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and major works by Dutch, Italian, and Flemish painters.
Flights from Bologna to Dresden depart on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest flight covers the 466 miles (751 km) distance in 1h 30m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 466 miles (751 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Flights per day 20 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 5:45 AM |
Last flight 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$544
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Flights per day
35
Distance
751 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bologna to Dresden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Dresden will cost around $544 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 35 flights that leave Bologna for Dresden onMon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct flights cover the 751 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the longest flights will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FR 3600
OS229+
21926 · RJ 179+
OS514
KL1662+
KL1779+
21926 · RJ 179
KL1662 · KL1777+
IC 2179
KL1660 · KL1773+
IC 2179
FR 3600
FR 137
LH2122+
LH9487
LH62+
LH5679
LH287 · LH68Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Dresden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 466 miles (751 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$150 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $138 Average price | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 33m Average total duration 16h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 11h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Dresden:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Dresden costing on average $138 (€113).
A bus is $64 (€53) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Dresden costing on average $150 (€123).
Other travel options to Dresden take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 44m.
Bus takes on average 16h 3m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Dresden flights for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2177+ KL1773 · KL1660 | 6:00 AM Bologna Airport | 8h28 | 2:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1775+ IC 2177+ KL1660 | 6:00 AM Bologna Airport | 8h28 | 2:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2179+ KL1773 · KL1660 | 6:00 AM Bologna Airport | 10h28 | 4:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH9487+ LH2122 | 6:05 AM Bologna Airport | 2h55 | 9:00 AM Dresden Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5679+ LH62 | 6:05 AM Bologna Airport | 3h45 | 9:50 AM Dresden Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1029 · AF1734+ IC 2271 · 16527 | 6:15 AM Bologna Airport | 12h19 | 6:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
AF1029 · AF1734+ IC 2179 | 6:15 AM Bologna Airport | 10h13 | 4:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1029 · AF1734+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 6:15 AM Bologna Airport | 14h52 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
BA545+ IC 2273 · 16531+ BA8493 | 7:05 AM Bologna Airport | 13h28 | 8:33 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FR 3600 | 9:10 AM Bologna Airport | 1h30 | 10:40 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2271 · 16527+ KL1777 · KL1662 | 9:20 AM Bologna Airport | 9h14 | 6:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1779+ 21926 · RJ 179+ KL1662 | 9:20 AM Bologna Airport | 11h47 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2179+ KL1777 · KL1662 | 9:20 AM Bologna Airport | 7h08 | 4:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH9481+ LH107 · LH66 | 9:55 AM Bologna Airport | 8h05 | 6:00 PM Dresden Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH9481+ LH103 · LH66 | 9:55 AM Bologna Airport | 8h05 | 6:00 PM Dresden Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH9481+ LH109 · LH66 | 9:55 AM Bologna Airport | 8h05 | 6:00 PM Dresden Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH9481+ 21926 · RJ 179+ LH4064 | 9:55 AM Bologna Airport | 11h12 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH9481+ IC 2271 · 16527+ LH4064 | 9:55 AM Bologna Airport | 8h39 | 6:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH9481+ IC 2179+ LH4064 | 9:55 AM Bologna Airport | 6h33 | 4:28 PM Dresden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH283 · LH112 · LH2128 | 10:20 AM Bologna Airport | 8h45 | 7:05 PM Dresden Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH283 · LH108 · LH2128 | 10:20 AM Bologna Airport | 8h45 | 7:05 PM Dresden Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH283 · LH66 | 10:20 AM Bologna Airport | 7h40 | 6:00 PM Dresden Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1669+ IC 2273 · 16531+ LX968 | 10:25 AM Bologna Airport | 10h08 | 8:33 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX1669+ IC 2271 · 16527+ LX968 | 10:25 AM Bologna Airport | 8h09 | 6:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX1669+ 21926 · RJ 179+ LX968 | 10:25 AM Bologna Airport | 10h42 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
OS514+ OS229+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 10:45 AM Bologna Airport | 10h22 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
OS514+ OS229+ IC 2271 · 16527 | 10:45 AM Bologna Airport | 7h49 | 6:34 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
OS514+ OS229+ IC 2273 · 16531 | 10:45 AM Bologna Airport | 9h48 | 8:33 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH9483+ LH1946+ IC 2273 · 16531 | 1:30 PM Bologna Airport | 7h03 | 8:33 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH9483+ LH1946+ 21926 · RJ 179 | 1:30 PM Bologna Airport | 7h37 | 9:07 PM Dresden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH9483+ LH2128 | 1:30 PM Bologna Airport | 5h35 | 7:05 PM Dresden Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 137 | 2:45 PM Bologna Airport | 1h45 | 4:30 PM Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH5677+ LH68 | 3:10 PM Bologna Airport | 8h05 | 11:15 PM Dresden Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9485+ LH121 · LH68 | 5:10 PM Bologna Airport | 6h05 | 11:15 PM Dresden Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH287 · LH68 | 6:40 PM Bologna Airport | 4h35 | 11:15 PM Dresden Airport | 1 transfer | |
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World-class Old Masters gallery in the Zwinger, famous for Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and major works by Dutch, Italian, and Flemish painters.
Dresden’s celebrated treasury with dazzling royal jewels, goldsmith work, and ceremonial objects; one of the city’s most famous museum experiences.
Major fine arts museum showing Romanticism, Impressionism, and modern works alongside sculpture in a restored historic building.
Rebuilt historic square around the Frauenkirche, central to the old town and a natural base for sightseeing and photography.
Elegant square framed by the Semperoper, Zwinger, and Hofkirche, offering one of Dresden’s most impressive urban ensembles.
Creative courtyard complex in the Neustadt with colorful facades and artistic design details, very popular on social media.
Rich yeasted fruit bread with butter, candied peel, raisins, and powdered sugar. It is Dresden’s most famous specialty and traditionally associated with Advent and Christmas.
Classic Saxon sheet cake with a yeast or sponge base, quark filling, and a fluffy egg-butter custard topping. It is especially beloved in Dresden cafés and bakeries.
Saxon-style marinated pot roast, usually beef, served with a sweet-sour gravy often balanced with raisins or gingerbread. It is a traditional festive dish in the region.
Established fine-dining restaurant known for modern high-end cuisine, polished service, and one of Dresden’s more refined gastronomic experiences.
Long-established cellar restaurant serving Saxon and German specialties in an elaborate historic setting with strong old-Dresden character.
Well-known traditional restaurant in the Neustadt area, appreciated for generous Saxon fare, rustic interiors, and a cozy local atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt. Hotels vary by season, while public transport and casual dining are fairly priced.
Service is usually included. Round up for cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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