Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PHL to FLR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between PHL and FLR include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
R 4,946 is the lowest price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,658. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHL to FLR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Philadelphia International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PHL:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FLR instead:
Pick up a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car and discover Florence and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Noleggiare and RentSmart24 are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Firenze-Peretola Airport about two weeks before travelling.
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 reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Florence in January.
The warmest month in Florence is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to FLR in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Florence. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, its best 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.