How long is the flight from San Francisco to Bologna?

Departing from San Francisco to Bologna will take you 17h 35m. The distance from San Francisco to Bologna is about 6063 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bologna ranges from 43.0 - 81.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 81.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Bologna when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bologna, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to BLQ?

When flying from San Francisco to Bologna, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Round-trip from	£536
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Average price	£625

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Bologna, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna (average of £537). Flying from San Francisco to Bologna in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,159). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Bologna?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Bologna flights typically cost between £365 and £916 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £536 on Scandinavian Airlines (6 Oct–20 Oct).

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How long is the flight from San Francisco to Bologna?
Departing from San Francisco to Bologna will take you 17h 35m. The distance from San Francisco to Bologna is about 6063 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Bologna that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Bologna flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Bologna?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Bologna.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Bologna?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Bologna by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna (average of £537). Flying from San Francisco to Bologna in June is currently the most expensive (average of £1,159). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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San Francisco to Bologna flights typically cost between £365 and £916 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £536 on Scandinavian Airlines (6 Oct–20 Oct).

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San Francisco to Bologna flights typically cost between £365 and £916 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £536 on Scandinavian Airlines (6 Oct–20 Oct).