Travelling from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Rochester.
Your ROC to FLR flight won't wait if you're running 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.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester Airport (ROC) to Florence Airport (FLR)
Currently, R 6,891 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rochester Airport to Florence Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,746. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ROC to FLR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Rochester Airport to Florence Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ROC to FLR.
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Handy information about Rochester Airport (ROC)
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
Of the departures from Rochester Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Rochester Airport from central Rochester, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ROC? If you're catching an early flight from Rochester Airport to Florence Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FLR if you're on a late Rochester Airport to Florence Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Florence Airport rental car and explore Florence and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Noleggiare and RentSmart24 are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Florence Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Florence Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Florence. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from Rochester Airport to Florence Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Florence based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Rochester Airport to Florence Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Florence, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ROC to FLR in January. Average temperatures are 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 about 225 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its top sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence, Milan is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
