Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport - Flight Information and Guide (FLR)

How to get to Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport

Reaching the departure area is extremely quick thanks to proximity to the city and the tramway network.

By Car

The airport is located at the end of Viale Guidoni, at the intersection between A1 (Florence North) and A11 Florence-Sea.

By Train

The airport is directly connected via the T2 tram line, which links the terminal to the central station.

By Bus

The 'Fly by Bus' service connects the airport with the SMN station, but the tram remains the preferred choice.

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Tips The T2 tram is the most economical and reliable option for Santa Maria Novella station. Since the airport runway is relatively short, some flights in windy conditions may experience slight time variations: check flight status before heading to the airport.

Average travel time to FLR

Train20 min (streetcar)

Shuttle bus30 minutes

Taxi / Private hire15 minutes

Parking near Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport

Official parking divided into P1 (Short-term) and P2 (Long-term) just steps from the Departures terminal.

Short-term P1 parking costs approximately 2-3 euros per hour, while long-term P2 drops to 6-10 euros per day when booked online; the proximity of both to the Departures terminal reduces the need for less monitored external alternatives.

How to get to Florence from FLR

Once you exit Arrivals, you have several options to reach the historic center or the station.

By Train

The T2 tram stop is located just a few meters from the exit. Tickets can be purchased from automatic machines.

By Bus

The 'Vola in Bus' line runs direct services to Santa Maria Novella central station.

By Taxi

The taxi stand is located at the Arrivals exit. Fixed rate to the center/UNESCO Area: approximately 22-25 euros on weekdays during the day, 25-30 euros for late-night (after 22:00) or holiday trips; 1 euro surcharge per suitcase.

Airport transfers you can book in advance

Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.

Car rental at Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport

Car rental desks are located at the 'Palagio degli Spini', reachable by free shuttle every 15 minutes: factor this extra time into your planning.

Always check the fuel policy (often 'full to full') before returning the vehicle.

Basic documents are license, passport, and credit card, plus an IDP in most cases.

Hotels near Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport

Florence's Vespucci airport is just minutes from the centre: tram line T2 reaches Santa Maria Novella and the heart of the city in about 20 minutes, so the most convenient choice for anyone visiting Florence remains the historic centre. Those with a very early flight or heavy luggage can stay along the same tram line, towards the Parco delle Cascine. Those aiming instead for wine and countryside can extend their stay in Chianti, between San Casciano Val di Pesa and Greve, 35-55 minutes by car from the airport, a different world from the city just a few kilometres away.

City centre

Historic centre (Duomo, Uffizi, Signoria)

By T2 tram from the airport, about 20 minutes to piazza dell'Unità or Santa Maria Novella, then on foot.

Best for: those visiting museums and monuments on foot, without needing transport

Pros

Museums, squares and restaurants all reachable on foot
Tram stops just steps away for returning to the airport without a taxi

Cons

On weekends and during high season the central streets are very crowded
A limited-traffic zone, pointless to arrive by your own car

Recommended hotels

Dimora del Mercante - Luxury rooms Just steps from piazza della Repubblica, with the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio a few minutes' walk away. View availability

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Near the airport link

Santa Maria Novella and Leopolda stations

A step from Leopolda station, 2-3 T2 tram stops from the airport.

Best for: those arriving or leaving by train, or wanting to stay on the airport tram line

Pros

A minute's walk from Leopolda station, on the same tram line to the airport
A quieter area in the evening compared with the heart of the historic centre

Cons

A bit farther from the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio than the centre proper
Around the main station, foot traffic stays heavy during the day

Recommended hotels

DaVinci Boutique Apartment A minute from Leopolda station and on the airport tram line, in a restored sixteenth-century palazzo. View availability

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Neighbourhood

Parco delle Cascine

On the same T2 tram line, just a few stops from both the airport and the city centre.

Best for: those wanting a green, residential neighbourhood, just minutes by tram from the centre and the airport

Pros

Florence's largest city park right on the doorstep
Less touristy and cheaper than the historic centre

Cons

At night the park should be avoided, better to stick to the main streets
You still need the tram to reach the museums of the centre

Recommended hotels

GuestHost - Florence Modern & Quiet Nest Apartment managed by a host with over 40,000 reviews in total, just steps from Parco delle Cascine. View availability

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Nearby town

Chianti: San Casciano and Greve

About 30-53 km and 35-55 minutes by car from the airport, depending on the location; no direct public transport.

Best for: those adding a stay devoted to wine and the Tuscan countryside before or after Florence

Pros

Vineyards and wineries reachable within minutes by car
Much quieter and less touristy than the centre of Florence

Cons

A car is always needed, even just to dine out in the evening
Florence remains 35-55 minutes away, worth factoring in for early-morning flights

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Airport services

The terminal offers quality services focused on Tuscan excellence and passenger comfort.

Shopping & Duty Free

The shopping area features a selection of Tuscan food and wine products and fashion boutiques.

Lounges & relaxation

The 'Masaccio Lounge' on the first floor offers an open bar and work areas for business passengers. Entry is by day-pass or included with Priority Pass and major airline alliance status. The Masaccio Lounge is business-class standard. Hours generally follow the flight operations schedule of the terminal.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free WiFi is available throughout the terminal via the official airport network. Connection is immediate after accepting terms of service in your browser. No mobile phone shop is present at the airport; for a local SIM, it's best to visit a TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, or Iliad shop in the city, found in every Italian town of medium size or larger.

Families & Children

Equipped changing rooms and family areas are available near the restrooms.

Terminal guide

A single terminal divided into Departures and Arrivals. Compact layout, easy to navigate on foot.

From check-in to gate is typically a 5–8 minute walk. Security queues remain manageable most of the day, though they may increase during peak hours in tourist season.

Served mainly by short-haul European carriers, given the runway's limited length; direct intercontinental service is rare.

Map of Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. How much does the T2 tram from Florence airport to the station cost?

The ticket is the standard Florence public transport fare (Autolinee Toscane), among the cheapest options at Italian airports.

Q. Does Florence Peretola have many direct intercontinental flights?

The direct long-haul offering is limited, partly due to the airport's relatively short runway: many connections require a stopover at a major European hub.

Q. Is it worth arriving well ahead of time for a flight from Florence during peak tourist season?

Yes, between spring and early autumn passenger traffic increases considerably, driven by tourism to the historic center.

Q. Does the tram to Florence airport pass near the Duomo?

No, the T2 line connects the airport directly to Santa Maria Novella station; from there the historic center and the Duomo are a few minutes' walk away.