Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
A direct flight from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport takes an average of 2 hours 9 minutes. The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which makes it 1 hour ahead of London.
Flights from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport start from 06:35 — the first with British Airways. The latest flight is the 20:05 option with British Airways. Overall, you can choose from 17 weekly services between LCY and FLR.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Travelling to Florence (and then seeing more of Italy!) is easy with British Airways. This popular airline runs direct flights from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
To break up your flight from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the LCY - FLR route include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Italy. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from LCY to FLR, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is 101 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 172 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from LCY to FLR by booking 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
London City Airport is around 11 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LCY:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near FLR:
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
From Firenze-Peretola Airport, Florence is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Florence. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from London City Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Florence, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LCY to FLR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Florence
Once you've locked in your flights from LCY to FLR, you'll want to find a hotel in Florence. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio and Piazza Del Duomo are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Florence itinerary.
Complete your Florence trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Firenze-Peretola Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Florence.