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When is the best time to fly to Florence, Italy?
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There’s no bad time to go to Florence as many of the city’s attractions are indoors, but if you go during summer, it will be busy and hot. Temperatures rise to 86 – 88 degrees Fahrenheit, and it can be humid. In August, many of Florence’s residents take a holiday and flee the city, and some attractions will close. The shoulder seasons of spring and fall are much more comfortable but are again busy with crowds of tourists. Book your flights and accommodation ahead of time to avoid disappointment. You might plan a visit during winter because you can find good deals on flights and rooms with fewer tourists arriving in Florence between December and February. Temperatures of between 33 – 50 degrees Fahrenheit are not exactly frigid, but you should pack a warm coat, hat and gloves for wandering around the city.
What is the absolute cheapest flight to Florence?
Users booking trips to Florence from Venice found flights 97% cheaper than the average price of flights to Florence. To find the cheapest price to Florence from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Florence?
The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Florence from United States, with most prices found around $546. The month of March is another great option to travel to Florence, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $586.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Florence?
We recommend purchasing flights from United States to Florence 58 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Florence for $816. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Florence from United States for as low as $326 on momondo.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Florence?
According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Florence from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $729. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Florence is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $849.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Florence?
According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Florence is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Florence in the morning for as low as $545. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Florence, so prices are often more expensive at around $819 per ticket.
Is there a good place to hike near Florence?
If you’re looking to do your hiking in warmer conditions, consider planning your flight to Florence for April, May, and June. Parks like Mineral Park of Elba Island are popular hot spots in those months.
Is there an alternative airport near Florence?
San Dalmazio San Domino Island Airport, Pisa Gal Galilei Airport, Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Rimini Miramare Airport or Perugia Sant Egidio Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Florence.
Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Florence?
Rimini Miramare Airport has an average price of $249 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Florence. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.
What are the current travel restrictions for Florence?
Currently, Italy travel restrictions include travel to Florence. Italy has restricted the entry of all visitors who are traveling as tourists, and has suspended flights from China and Taiwan. However, while direct flights between China and Italy have been temporarily postponed, there are no specific restrictions for entry of anyone based solely on their nationality. Italian residents and people traveling on business, for health reasons, and in an emergency may enter the country. However, travelers must inform the regional Department of Prevention of their arrival, and are subject to health surveillance and isolation for 14 days, and must submit a declaration that they entered Italy for proven work reasons for a maximum of 72 hours, or for a justified extension for specific needs for an additional 48 hours. All travelers must submit a completed self-declaration form to the airline before arriving in Italy. Travelers whose destination is the island of Sardinia are also required by the local authority to register their trip in advance. Effective from June 3, 2020, travelers arriving from member states of the European Union, states party to the Schengen Agreement, the United Kingdom, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, and the Vatican City may enter Italy and will no longer be required to self-isolate unless they have stayed in other countries during the 14-day period prior to entering Italy. Residence permits issued by Italy with expiration dates between January 31, 2020 and July 31 2020 will be considered valid until August 31, 2020. If you are planning to travel to Florence at this time, it is recommended that you stay up to date on current restrictions and follow proper safety measures while in public.
Florence flight deals found on momondo
Check out some of the best fares from airports in United States to Florence found recently by users on momondo
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Nov 7
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
FLR
Florence Peretola
Nov 17
FLR
Florence Peretola
24h 25m
1 stop
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
$326
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Dec 14
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
FLR
Florence Peretola
Dec 17
FLR
Florence Peretola
17h 50m
1 stop
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
$400
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Nov 8
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
FLR
Florence Peretola
Nov 15
FLR
Florence Peretola
24h 25m
1 stop
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
$355
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Nov 8
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
17h 45m
1 stop
FLR
Florence Peretola
Nov 15
FLR
Florence Peretola
31h 30m
1 stop
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
$361
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Dec 12
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
22h 45m
2 stops
FLR
Florence Peretola
Dec 17
FLR
Florence Peretola
17h 50m
1 stop
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
$403
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Nov 7
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
22h 45m
2 stops
FLR
Florence Peretola
Nov 17
FLR
Florence Peretola
17h 50m
1 stop
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
$408
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to Florence Peretola
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Quickest
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sep 7
BOS
Boston Logan Intl
10h 25m
1 stop
FLR
Florence Peretola
$238
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Virgin Atlantic
Aug 11
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 05m
1 stop
FLR
Florence Peretola
$287
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Lufthansa
Aug 11
EWR
Newark
9h 45m
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Florence Peretola
$303
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Which airlines fly to Florence, Italy?
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There are no airlines flying directly to Florence from the US, but you can fly with one or more stops on Air France, British Airways, Iberia, Lufthansa, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Delta, United, Austrian Airlines, KLM, Alitalia, and Vueling Airlines.
How to get from the airport to Florence, Italy city center?
Below you will find all the airports in Florence along with the distance from the city center
Aeroporto di Firenze-Peretola (FLR)
The Aeroporto di Firenze-Peretola, or Florence Airport, is just 2.5 miles from the city center, and offers good transport options into the city, including the ones listed below.
Taxis
You may hail a cab from a taxi stand outside the airport and travel to the city center in 15 minutes for a fare of €20.00 EUR (plus luggage charges).
Public Transportation
Take the ‘Vola in Bus’ shuttle which runs between the airport and central Santa Maria Novella train station. The ride takes 20-30 mins and the fare is €6.00 EUR.
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
Pisa International Airport, also called Galileo Galilei Airport, is located in Pisa. This is the main airport in Tuscany, so you might land here rather than in Florence. If you do, there are several options for transport into Florence.
Trains
Board the Pisa Mover from the airport into Pisa Centrale station, then take a train going to Florence and get off at Santa Maria Novella station. The trip will take between 50 – 62 minutes, and the fare is €11.10 EUR.
Buses
The Terravision Bus Service runs a shuttle between the Pisa airport and central Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence. Travel time is 70 minutes and fares start from €4.99 EUR. You can also ride the Autostradale bus from Pisa Airport to central Florence station Piazzale Montelungo in 70 minutes for a cost of €14.00 EUR.
Taxis
Take a taxi from Pisa airport to Florence in 1 hour 13 minutes, for about €170.00 EUR.
Car rentals
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How to get around in Florence, Italy?
Florence is extremely walkable, as its historic center is very compact compared to other major European cities. Parts of it are even pedestrian only. When your feet need a break, you can use the local buses, as do many of the locals, or hail a taxi. Your rental car might be useful for trips outside of the city but will be more of a hindrance within Florence.
Buses
City bus and tram routes cover all the major sights in Florence. You can buy single ride or multi-ride tickets at any authorized sales point (anyone with an ATAF sticker on their shop windows) and they cost €1.20 EUR for a single ride, with a 4-ride ticket costing € 4.70 EUR. If you purchase a ticket from your bus driver it will cost more, usually €2.00 EUR.
Taxis
You can hail a taxi at the train station or find them outside of most tourist attractions. If can’t find one, just call for a ride. Flag drop is €3.30 EUR Monday – Saturday, €5.30 EUR on Sundays and holidays, and €6.60 EUR between 10 pm and 6 am. The scatto (per-unit charge) is €0.10 EUR, but the units vary depending on how long the ride takes, and there are charges for bags that are large enough to go in the trunk.
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Things to do and places of interest in Florence, Italy
Florence is a popular destination for art aficionados, with its magnificent galleries and museums full of works by the masters, but there are plenty of interesting things for everyone to see and do here. Here are a few of the highlights you should make time to visit, when you travel to Florence, Italy.
- Tour the Uffizi Gallery where you can admire amazing works by many revered painters. Uffizi is widely considered one of the world’s best galleries, and worth seeing even for those who are not normally art lovers.
- At the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza Duomo, you can find some of the most famous masterpieces of art and architecture from leading artists of the Italian Renaissance, such as Donatello, Ghiberti, Giotto, Brunelleschi and Michelangelo.
- Hang out and do some people-watching in the Piazza della Signoria, a gorgeous open square in front of the Palazzo Vecchio, once the home of the ruling Medici family. In the middle of the piazza, you’ll see a circular marble plaque that marks the spot where the monk Savonarola was burned at the stake in 1498.
- Dine al fresco – many of Florence’s restaurants have outdoor patios where you can enjoy your meal with a view of piazza, palazzo or river.
- To get away from the tourist crowds and see a bit of real life in Florence, cross the river and visit the bohemian Piazza Santo Spirito, where you’ll find a proper street market as well as bars and restaurants full of locals.
- If you come in late June, take in the St John the Baptist celebrations. The city celebrates with historic dress parades, medieval football matches, boat races, bonfires, a night marathon, and fireworks.
Tips and tricks for visiting Florence, Italy
You can buy a Firenze Card to get into museums, and it includes unlimited bus travel on ATAF buses for the 72 hours that the Firenze Card is active. You must get the special bus ticket when you buy the Firenze Card, and stamp this bus ticket the first time you get on a bus.
Many of Florence’s galleries and museums see enormous lines every day. If you would rather spend your vacation doing something other than standing in line, you can pre-book your entrance to the best of them here.