Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Take your pick of seven weekly London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flights. The 08:10 departure with British Airways is the earliest you can take. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 08:30.
Your LHR to FLR flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Florence — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates LHR to FLR flights is British Airways. Its services land as planned 71.43% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and FLR include:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
Right now, RM411 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM743. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to FLR.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LHR:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
If you're getting in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near FLR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Florence and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Firenze-Peretola Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
From Firenze-Peretola Airport, Florence is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Florence based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Florence, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to FLR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Florence has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Florence, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights 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 must-experience destination in Italy and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. No journey is complete without a visit to Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.