Cheap flights from Valencia to Bologna

Upon arriving at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport from Valencia, you'll find yourself just 6 kilometres north of the city centre, easily accessible via several reliable transport options. The Aerobus train service is the most popular choice for visitors, offering a direct connection to the main railway station in approximately 20–25 minutes for €8–10. This is an excellent option if you're staying near the station or in the historic centre.

Alternatively, taxis are available outside the arrivals hall, with the journey to the city centre typically taking 15–20 minutes depending on traffic; expect to pay around €20–30. For budget-conscious travellers, local bus services operate from the airport, though journey times are longer (45–60 minutes) and schedules vary seasonally. Car rental is also available if you plan to explore the surrounding Emilia-Romagna region beyond Bologna's compact, largely pedestrianised city centre.

Arriving in Bologna from Valencia means stepping into one of Italy's most charming medieval cities, where Renaissance architecture and authentic culture blend seamlessly. The compact historic centre rewards wandering, with elegant porticos (over 40 kilometres of them) providing shaded routes between landmarks year-round.

The city revolves around Piazza Maggiore, a magnificent square surrounded by historic buildings and the imposing Basilica di San Petronio. Nearby, the twin towers Due Torri offer panoramic views for the energetic. For a spiritual experience, the Portico di San Luca—a remarkable 3.8-kilometre-long covered portico—connects the city to the Sanctuary of the Madonna on a hilltop, offering both pilgrims and casual visitors stunning vistas.

• Piazza Maggiore and surrounding medieval streets
• Due Torri and the historic Quadrilatero district
• Basilica di San Petronio
• Portico di San Luca
• Palazzo Accursio and civic museums
• San Stefano basilica complex

Coming to Bologna from Valencia, you're arriving in the culinary capital of Emilia-Romagna, where traditional recipes have been perfected over centuries. The region's food culture emphasises fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and time-honoured cooking methods—quite distinct from Mediterranean Spanish cuisine, offering visitors a completely new gastronomic experience.

Bologna's most famous export is its rich meat ragù, traditionally served with fresh egg pasta such as tagliatelle or lasagna. Mortadella, a silky cured pork delicacy, is best enjoyed freshly sliced in local markets or traditional osterie. The city is equally renowned for tortellini—delicate pasta parcels traditionally filled with meat and Parmigiano Reggiano, often served in rich broth.

• Tagliatelle al ragù (ribbon pasta with traditional meat sauce)
• Tortellini in brodo (in rich broth)
• Lasagna alla bolognese
• Mortadella di Bologna (Protected Designation of Origin)
• Parmigiano Reggiano and Aceto Balsamico
• Erbazzone (savoury herb pie)