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

• Earliest: departs at 06:40 and lands at 08:52
• Latest: departs at 21:40 and lands at 23:52.

The flight takes about 2h 12m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Brighton to Bologna:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Brighton to Bologna takes 2h 12m, covering 685 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.

Return flights from Brighton to Bologna range from £93 to £221, with an average of £147 over the past 12 months. Anything below £93 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the £147 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £79 return via Tirana Rinas (TIA), compared with £145 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £19–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Brighton to Bologna flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, Afternoon flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

Flights from Brighton to Bologna may depart from several airports in Brighton area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ).

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

• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 30% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) – 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Brighton to Bologna. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £143 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £171, a difference of £29.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Brighton and Bologna. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• British Airways
• Ryanair

Flying via Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 22m, compared to 4h 53m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 5h 27m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

Bologna is 1 hour ahead of Brighton (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Bologna are Teatro Duse, Piazza Maggiore, and Foire de Bologne. These are among the most viewed places in Bologna on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Brighton to Bologna flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

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

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

• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Ryanair: a checked bag in Economy class class

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

Yes. The MBL VIP Lounge can be booked online for approximately €30 (£26). The lounge offers standard amenities such as a cafe and a buffet, plus a fast-track option to your gate and special parking fares if you're planning to drive and park at the airport.

While there are no hotels within the airport itself, there are a few less than a mile away. These include the Flyon Hotel and Conference Centre (0.3 miles away) or Hotel Emi (0.5 miles away).

It takes approximately 20min by taxi to get from the airport to the city centre and costs €15-18 (£13-15). The fastest way though is with the Marconi Express train, which usually only takes 7min. Trains depart from the first floor of the main terminal building and run all day from 05:40 till 00:00.

Yes, you are. You must make sure you inform your airline at least 48h before your scheduled arrival time in order to be provided with services such as wheelchairs or ramp access.

Yes. Their dedicated 'Youfirst'service offers a shuttle bus from the aircraft to the terminal as well as other VIP services to save you time.

Ryanair's baggage policy for flights from London to Bologna includes one carry-on bag with a maximum weight of 10 kg and dimensions of 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm. Passengers can also purchase additional checked baggage options, ranging from 10 kg to 20 kg, during the booking process or later through the Manage Booking section on their website.

If you're catching a flight with Eurowings, there are two options available. All flights depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and have a single stopover en route. The first stopover, which is usually the shorter of the two, is at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN). The other stopover option is at Duesseldorf International (DUS).

Major airlines include luggage transfer in most of their stopovers. If you're on a stopover flight with Ryanair, it'll be self-transfer. So, you'll have to collect your luggage and check in again. Make sure you have enough time at your stopover in case of delays.

Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport is a popular stopover airport and offers unique amenities for passengers on a long stopover. Explore the on-site observation deck with panoramic views of the airfield, visit the Visitors' Terrace to watch planes take off and land, or indulge in a traditional German meal at one of the airport's Bavarian-style beer gardens.