Cheap Flights from Rome Fiumicino (FCO) to Florence (FLR)

Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know

• The average time for a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is 55 minutes.

• Rome and Florence are in the same timezone, UTC+1.

• Flights from FCO to FLR start from 09:55 — the earliest with ITA Airways. The last service of the day is at 21:45 with ITA Airways. Overall, there are 39 weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flights.

• For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your FCO to FLR flight.

• During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

• ITA Airways is your ticket to exploring Florence (and maybe even some other great parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport offered by this carrier.

• The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is ITA Airways.

• ITA Airways leads the way as the most punctual carrier for FCO to FLR flights, with 82.91% of services landing as scheduled.

• Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between FCO and FLR:

  • Cagliari Elmas Airport

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

  • Catania-Fontanarossa Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)

• £51 is currently the best price for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Return flights start from £91. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

• Get cheap tickets from FCO to FLR by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

• Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

• You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from FCO to FLR.

• Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.

Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

• 70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

• Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 20 miles from central Rome. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

• The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.

• Booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to FCO:

  • A Casa Tua Ostia Antica

  • Hotel Isola Sacra Rome Airport

  • Hilton Rome Airport

Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)

• The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FLR instead:

  • Best Western Plus CHC Florence

  • B&B Hotel Firenze Nuovo Palazzo di Giustizia

  • B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli

• Begin your adventure by picking up a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Florence and beyond.

• Booking your vehicle from Firenze-Peretola Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence

• Firenze-Peretola Airport to central Florence has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.

• If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)

• The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Florence based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

• The warmest month in Florence is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

• Search for cheap tickets from FCO to FLR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Italy

• Florence has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy you'll want to see. About 140 miles south-east of Florence, a visit to Rome will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.

• Milan is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 160 miles north-west of Florence. No journey is complete without seeing Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.