Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Florence's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Basel.
Leave plenty of time to make your BSL to FLR flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BSL and FLR:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
At the moment, $130 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $246. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BSL to FLR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BSL to FLR.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
When it comes to EuroAirport Swiss's on-time performance, data shows 76.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
EuroAirport Swiss is around 6 kilometres from central Basel. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BSL:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
Reserve a hotel near FLR if you're taking a late EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and discover more of Florence and beyond.
Booking your ride from Firenze-Peretola Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
From Firenze-Peretola Airport, Florence is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Florence based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Florence is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Firenze-Peretola Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BSL to FLR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Florence, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey about 225 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its top attractions. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.