Travelling from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Firenze-Peretola Airport is located in Florence. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Your flight from Los Angeles to FLR won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to FLR with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LAX and FLR include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to FLR flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near FLR:
Go where the road takes you with a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and find adventure across Florence and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight.
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Firenze-Peretola Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Florence. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
ج.م. 10,172 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 23,168. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to FLR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR). Visit Florence in February for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to FLR flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Florence, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Florence
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Florence:
You'll find loads of things to do in Florence when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Brunelleschi's Dome followed by David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Florence, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its top sights. From Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church to St. Peter's Square and Sistine Chapel, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 241 kilometres north-west of Florence, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to The Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.