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$242+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Bologna (BLQ)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BLQ
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Bologna

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Bologna (BLQ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$497
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$242
(Booking.com)

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Average price

$1,185
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Bologna
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Bologna. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:40 pmSFO - BLQ
1 stop14h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 10/47:50 pmBLQ - SFO
1 stop29h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:10 pmSFO - BLQ
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/68:25 amBLQ - SFO
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$584
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:45 pmSFO - BLQ
1 stop29h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/27:00 pmBLQ - SFO
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$590
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:00 amSFO - BLQ
2 stops18h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/66:50 amBLQ - SFO
1 stop18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$611
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/263:21 pmSFO - BLQ
2 stops22h 59mBritish Airways
Sat 9/137:50 amBLQ - SFO
2 stops22h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$624
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/211:05 pmSFO - BLQ
2 stops18h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/3010:00 amBLQ - SFO
2 stops20h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$693
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:30 pmSFO - BLQ
1 stop29h 30mSWISS
Tue 12/233:00 pmBLQ - SFO
1 stop34h 30mSWISS
Deal found 7/27$708
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:35 amSFO - BLQ
2 stops21h 05mLufthansa
Tue 12/231:20 pmBLQ - SFO
2 stops18h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 7/27$746
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/263:15 pmSFO - BLQ
1 stop18h 10mITA Airways
Sat 9/137:10 pmBLQ - SFO
1 stop27h 15mITA Airways
Deal found 7/29$774

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Bologna that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Bologna that are best for you.

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San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

7:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Sat 10/4

7:50 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$497

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

8:10 pm-8:00 am

1 stop26h 50m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Sat 9/6

8:25 am-6:10 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$584

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

6:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 55m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Tue 9/2

7:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$590

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

8:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops18h 45m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Sat 9/6

6:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$611

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

3:21 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops22h 59m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Sat 9/13

7:50 am-8:50 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$624

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

1:05 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Thu 10/30

10:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$693

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

7:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop29h 30m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Tue 12/23

3:00 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$708

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

10:35 am-4:40 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Tue 12/23

1:20 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops18h 35m

$746

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

3:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi

Sat 9/13

7:10 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$774

San FranciscoBologna

SFO - BLQ

SFOBLQ

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

3:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$242

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Bologna

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Bologna. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Bologna may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna (average of $698). Flying from San Francisco to Bologna in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,206). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Bologna. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from San Francisco to Bologna by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Bologna?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bologna chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Zurich (ZRH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Bologna on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Bologna?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Bologna, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $896.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Bologna?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Bologna, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Rome (FCO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 2h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Bologna?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Bologna, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 23m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bologna

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bologna. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bologna. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air France, SWISS, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Bologna. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,449 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Bologna round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Bologna is Scandinavian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $497 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $590 and $611 round-trip. Scandinavian Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Bologna one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for ITA Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $242. Users have also found prices from $395 and $432 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Scandinavian Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Bologna?

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bologna (average of $698). Flying from San Francisco to Bologna in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,206). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Bologna

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Bologna. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$424Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$449Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$585Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$603Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$604Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$744Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$768Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$786Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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