Travelling from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR): What you need to know
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Florence Peretola Airport is located in Florence.
Your flight from Istanbul to FLR won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to FLR leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and FLR are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to FLR flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
68% of flights out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FLR instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport flight.
Getting from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
The centre of Florence is roughly 6 kilometres from Florence Peretola Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
₹ 9,920 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 14,959. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to FLR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR). September is the peak month for travel to Florence. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
The warmest month in Florence is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Istanbul to FLR plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Florence
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Florence Peretola Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Florence:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery are attractions you won't want to skip in Florence.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Florence. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 241 kilometres northwest of Florence, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
