Car Rental at Bologna Airport

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- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport travel guide
- Top international routes
- Main airlines
- Terminals
- Location
- Most popular types of rental car
- Car rental desks
- Services and facilities
- Nearest gas station
- Popular one-way rentals
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Bologna Airport
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Bologna Airport and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Bologna Airport
- Car rental statistics
- Top 38 suppliers at Bologna Airport in 2025
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Airport travel guide

Famous for its terracotta rooftops and gastronomic delights, Bologna is one of the nicest cities in Italy. Although slightly overshadowed by the classic destinations like Venice, Rome, and Florence, it remains a great city-break that’s easy to reach either by plane or by car from anywhere else in northern Italy. These are four of its most interesting landmarks:
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San Petronio Basilica. The symbol of Bologna, San Petronio is one of the most notable churches in Italy. First built in the 14th century and technically still unfinished, it is nonetheless a very fine example of Gothic architecture. The interior of the church features many sculptures by the Italian artist Jacopo della Quercia and a unique sundial
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Towers of Bologna. Many of the city’s original towers are no longer standing, but more than 20 remain, including the central Due Torri or Two Towers that are over 900 years old. You can climb the tallest of the two, the Asinelli Tower.
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Mercato di Mezzo. Located in the Quadrilatero District, this lively market showcases fresh produce and Bologna’s culinary stars - mortadella, tortellini, tagliatelle, and more.
- Bologna Cathedral. One of the most iconic buildings in this part of the country and a sure way to recognize Bologna in any tourism advertisement, the construction of this magnificent cathedral started in the 9th century but took almost 1,000 years to finish. The long wait was worth it, as it is one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Italy.
Top international routes
- Tirana
- Catania
- Paris
- Barcelona
- Madrid
- Munich
- Amsterdam
- Frankfurt
- Vienna
- Palermo
Main airlines
Ryanair, Neos, ITA Airways (formerly Alitalia), Wizz Air, Vueling, and Tunisair
Terminals
The single passenger terminal hosts both domestic and international flights.
Location
Bologna Airport is about 6 km (3.7 miles) northwest of the city center. Highway A14/Autostrada Adriatica, Viale Palmiro Togliatti / Viale M.K. Gandhi, and Via Marco Poloare the main roads connecting the airport to Bologna.
Most popular types of rental car
Car rental desks
Most car rental desks are on the ground floor of the terminal.
Services and facilities
You’ll find snack bars, cafeterias, a self-serve restaurant, and a wine bar, as well as shops, including duty-free stores, a number of ATMs, and a currency exchange. There’s also a lost and found office, a pharmacy, a lounge, and baby changing facilities. The airport is friendly to passengers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Esso, located at Via Salvemini 25, can be reached in about five minutes and is open 24/7. While there are other gas stations even closer to Bologna Airport, this Esso station is rated the highest by other travelers. There are many other gas stations in and around the city of Bologna.
Popular one-way rentals
- Florence (105 km / 65 miles)
- Rimini (123 km / 76 miles)
- Parma (94 km / 58 miles)
- Ferrara (49 km / 30 miles)
- Venice (154 km / 96 miles)
- Genoa (298 km / 185 miles)
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Airport info
Top 20 locations near Bologna Airport
- Bologna (Downtown)from €29.11 per day5.3 km / 3.29 miles away
- Bologna Train Stationfrom €26.67 per day5.5 km / 3.42 miles away
- Florence Airportfrom €25.39 per day80.9 km / 50.27 miles away
- Parma Northfrom €41.05 per day81.9 km / 50.89 miles away
- Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Stationfrom €35.56 per day84.5 km / 52.51 miles away
- Florence (Downtown)from €38.17 per day84.8 km / 52.69 miles away
- Verona Airportfrom €35.09 per day100.7 km / 62.57 miles away
- Pisa Airportfrom €17.37 per day118.7 km / 73.76 miles away
- Rimini Airportfrom €19.43 per day119.9 km / 74.5 miles away
- Venice Mestre Train Stationfrom €28.98 per day128.9 km / 80.09 miles away
- Livorno Portfrom €52.90 per day135 km / 83.89 miles away
- Venice Airportfrom €26.53 per day136.4 km / 84.76 miles away
- Treviso Airportfrom €43.53 per day142.7 km / 88.67 miles away
- Bergamo Airportfrom €15.54 per day177.4 km / 110.23 miles away
- Milan Airport Linatefrom €24.69 per day187.8 km / 116.69 miles away
- Perugia Airportfrom €35.63 per day187.8 km / 116.69 miles away
- Milan Viale Umbriafrom €43.66 per day192.4 km / 119.55 miles away
- Ancona Airportfrom €25.58 per day194.6 km / 120.92 miles away
- Milan (Downtown)from €43.70 per day194.7 km / 120.98 miles away
- Milan Duomofrom €54.88 per day194.9 km / 121.11 miles away
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When to book at Bologna Airport and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Bologna Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Bologna Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
Cheapest monthFebruary | Most expensive month June | ||
Average price €30 | A good deal €23 | Cheapest supplier Target Rent | Cheapest car type Small cars |
€14
in January
€12
in February
€16
in March
€27
in April
€26
in May
€30
in June
€26
in July
€23
in August
€28
in September
€20
in October
€14
in November
€18
in December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Bologna Airport is February — when rental costs average €11.80 per day. This is 61% cheaper than the yearly average and 60% cheaper than renting a car in June (when prices average €29.73 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Bologna Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Bologna Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in September, while they are least likely to rent in in November.
0.7 times in January
0.7 times in February
0.8 times in March
Same as average in April
1.2 times in May
1.2 times in June
1.2 times in July
1.3 times in August
1.4 times in September
1.1 times in October
0.6 times in November
0.8 times in December
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Bologna Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in August the average rental period is 8 days, while in October, the average rental period is only 5 days.
6 days in January
7 days in February
6 days in March
6 days in April
6 days in May
6 days in June
7 days in July
8 days in August
6 days in September
5 days in October
6 days in November
7 days in December
Car rental information
🔥 Popular suppliers | RentSmart24, RentalPlus, Felirent, GaldieriRent, Locauto |
🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars |
🤑 Lowest price | €17 per day |
👛 Cheapest supplier | Target Rent |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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RentalPlus | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Felirent | Fiat Panda | 5 | 1 | Small car |
RentalPlus | Ford Puma | 4 | 3 | Medium car |
GaldieriRent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
RentSmart24 | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
RentSmart24 | Citroen C3 | 5 | 2 | Medium car |
RentalPlus | Fiat 500X | 5 | 3 | Medium car |
RentSmart24 | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
RentSmart24 | Citroen C3 Aircross | 5 | 2 | Medium car |
Goldcar | Volkswagen Up | 3 | 2 | Small car |
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