Flying from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Los Angeles. Explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when planning your flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR).
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Firenze-Peretola Airport is located in Florence.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to FLR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Los Angeles to FLR leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
From central Los Angeles, LAX is approximately 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Van Nuys Airport and FLR:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can arrive at VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Los Angeles to FLR? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near FLR:
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
From Firenze-Peretola Airport, Florence is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport, $431 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from $737. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Los Angeles to FLR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting flight tickets from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Florence, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Florence. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Los Angeles to FLR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 33ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -1ºC and 11ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
More about Florence
Start your Florence trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Florence is to visit its top attractions. Highlights include Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio and Piazza Del Duomo.
Complete your Florence trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Florence and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Los Angeles to Firenze-Peretola Airport.