Bologna Airport car rental: the best offers
Car rental in the Bologna Airport.
Bologna is much more than a university city: it is the gastronomic heart of Italy and a strategic point for exploring Emilia-Romagna. Choosing to hire a car at Bologna Airport puts you, from the very first moment, at the centre of one of the best-connected regions in the country.
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) is designed to facilitate fast road connections. In just a few minutes you can be driving to the historic centre or joining the A1 and A14, key routes in northern Italy. For this reason, many travellers choose to pick up their rental cars directly from Bologna Airport and start their journey without intermediate stops.
Why rent a car at Bologna Airport?
Guglielmo Marconi Airport is located just 6 kilometres from the city centre, a distance that makes initial travel much easier. For this reason, car hire at Bologna Airport is particularly practical from the moment you arrive.
The terminal has quick, signposted access to the main intercity roads and has specific pick-up and drop-off areas for car hire companies, which speeds up departure from the airport and reduces waiting times after arrival.
The journey to the historic centre usually takes between 15 and 20 minutes by road. Picking up your rental car at Bologna Airport allows you to avoid waiting and better organise the rest of your day.
In addition, choosing a car hire service at Bologna Airport makes it easier to continue your journey to other destinations from the very first moment.
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Featured suppliers at Bologna Airport
U-Save
£9.65
TargetRent
£9.75
Greenmotion
£10.01
Record Go
£12.82
Centauro
£13.37
Italy Car Rent
£15.75
Drivalia
£17.76
Sicily By Car
£20.57
Keddy By Europcar
£21.92
Noleggiare
£22.33
Budget
£23.58
Ecovia
£23.63
Maggiore
£24.36
Autovia
£24.49
Flizzr
£25.17
Locauto
£25.17
Alamo
£25.71
Dollar
£26.30
Avis
£26.77
Thrifty
£26.84
Sixt
£28.56
Hertz
£29.63
Europcar
£30.30
Enterprise
£33.80
TargetRent
€26.64
Greenmotion
€29.68
U-Save
€35.05
Centauro
€36.62
Record Go
€39.82
Noleggiare
€40.45
Sicily By Car
€40.84
Ecovia
€44.86
Italy Car Rent
€44.87
Autovia
€46.54
Drivalia
€47.29
Locauto
€52.22
Alamo
€55.56
Thrifty
€64.16
Dollar
€64.16
Budget
€68.39
Keddy By Europcar
€70.27
Avis
€71.96
Europcar
€72.83
Hertz
€74.61
Maggiore
€74.63
Enterprise
€76.85
Sixt
€111.93
Frequently asked questions about car rental at Bologna Airport
Can I find a flexible car rental or cancel after booking a car at Bologna Airport?
With Pepecar you can cancel your booking for free 48h before pick-up at any location.
What documentation will I need to rent a car in Bologna Airport?
In order to rent a car in Bologna Airport with Pepecar you only need 3 things: a credit card, a valid driving licence and a valid ID in the country, all of them in the name of the main driver. And that's it, you just need to enjoy your rental car!
I have small children, is it possible to rent child seats for my rental car at Bologna Airport?
Yes, you have the option to add it as an extra on your car hire at Bologna Airport and see the cost during the booking process! However, it is subject to availability and you will pay for it at the pick-up point.
What type of vehicles can I rent in Bologna Airport?
At Pepecar we have a wide variety of cars for hire in Bologna Airport, from utility cars to SUVs for the whole family. You can choose the one that best suits your needs and pick it up at one of our collaborators' offices.
Where do I pick up my rental car at Bologna Airport?
You can pick up your rental car at Bologna Airport at any of our partners' offices.
What to do if I have a problem with my rental car in Bologna Airport?
If you have a problem with your rental car at Bologna Airport, you should follow the instructions provided by the partner rental agency. In general, you should call the roadside assistance number provided for immediate assistance. You may also need to inform the police in case of an accident and complete an accident report to submit to the rental partner.
Customer reviews about car rental at Bologna Airport
Guillermo
27-03-2026
Very fast and good value for money
Carlos
28-03-2026
It was quick and easy
Pablo Alejandro
30-03-2026
In the visualisation of possibilities.
Natalia Rodríguez-Bermejo
31-03-2026
Quick and easy to book
MARIA LOURDES QUINTANA LUIS
02-04-2026
Very good, very fast, service and price.
Estanislao Buisel Quintana
04-04-2026
Easy and cheap
Jose
07-04-2026
Simple and quick.
CCP
07-04-2026
Plenty of options to choose from
carlos moreno
08-04-2026
Very good, I really recommend it.
A. M. Aranc.
09-04-2026
Breadth and clarity/detail of the range available, speed of processing and convenient prices.
INIGO ARANGUREN PEREZ
10-04-2026
The whole process is very intuitive and easy to perform.
Maria del Amparo Darias Martin
10-04-2026
It was a very competitive price and I hope they don't give me any hassle when it comes to delivery... I'll make sure to take pictures of the car for every square centimetre.
src
12-04-2026
Easy car selection process. Good prices. Availability at the airport.
JUAN CARLOS CIUDAD LAINEZ
14-04-2026
Very easy to use and well explained. It gives me peace of mind
Ray Pérez
14-04-2026
Quick and easy
Manuel Gomez Garcia
19-04-2026
Competitively priced, quick and easy to book
Rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 4161 reviews. See all reviews.
Routes from Bologna Airport in your rental car
Emilia-Romagna is a region best enjoyed on wheels. With cheap car hire at Bologna Airport, you can design itineraries such as:
- Modena (45 minutes): home of balsamic vinegar and the Ferrari legacy.
- Parma (1 hour): a must for lovers of Parmigiano Reggiano and elegant architecture.
- Florence (1 hour and 30 minutes): ideal for a cultural getaway to the Renaissance.
- Rimini (1 hour 15 minutes): a combination of Adriatic coast and Roman history.
Getting around the region with a hire car from Bologna Airport allows you to combine gastronomy, art and scenery in one trip, linking several cities in a single route and adapting each stop to your own schedule.
In addition, choosing to hire a car at Bologna Airport makes it easier to organise more efficient journeys, make the most of each day and discover places off the beaten track.