Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Florence's timezone is UTC+1, making Florence one hour ahead of London.
Take your pick of 21 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with Vueling is the earliest flight available. Vueling operates the last service of the day at 19:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to FLR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Vueling is your gateway to discovering Florence (and maybe even some other great parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport offered by this airline.
Vueling is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier that offers LGW to FLR flights, with 66.09% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGW and FLR:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
R 701 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,257. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from LGW to FLR by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
Consider booking a hotel close to FLR if you're taking a late London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running 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.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Firenze-Peretola Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Firenze-Peretola Airport to the centre of Florence has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Florence based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport for August if you'd like to visit Florence during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to FLR in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Florence. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence, Milan is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.