Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Florence is one hour ahead of London and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your STN to FLR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Florence (and then seeing more of Italy!) is a breeze with British Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is British Airways.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for STN to FLR flights is British Airways.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between STN and FLR:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
RM275 is the lowest price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM548. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book ten months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from STN to FLR.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, data shows 64.73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to Stansted Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to STN:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
Book a hotel close to FLR if you're taking a late Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Florence's main sights.
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 the centre of Florence has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Florence based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Florence, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to FLR in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Florence, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel around 225 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its leading attractions. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Milan is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. No trip is complete without visiting Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.