Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport.
Barcelona and Florence share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from BCN to FLR start from 06:40 — the earliest with Vueling. The latest departure is at 21:35 with Vueling. Overall, you can take your pick of 28 weekly Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BCN to FLR flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Florence (and then exploring more of Italy!) is a cinch with Vueling. This popular carrier has direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport.
Vueling has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Vueling stands out as the most punctual carrier for BCN to FLR flights, with 85.94% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BCN and FLR:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Florence Airport (FLR)
33 € is the best price for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport flight. Return flights start at 72 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to FLR.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BCN to FLR.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BCN make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you have an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLR instead:
Pick up a Florence Airport rental car and explore Florence and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Noleggiare and RentSmart24 are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Florence Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
From Florence Airport, Florence is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Florence. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Barcelona Airport to Florence Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Florence, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to FLR in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Florence, now it's time to explore more 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.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Italy, head for Milan, about 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are key reasons to visit.