Flying from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Leeds.
Give yourself enough time to make your LBA to FLR flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence 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 LBA and FLR:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Florence Airport (FLR)
At the moment, $120 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $297. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from LBA to FLR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence Airport.
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Select your ideal 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 Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence Airport.
Handy information about Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leeds Bradford Airport, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Leeds Bradford Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Leeds. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LBA:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
If you have a late Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FLR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Florence Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Florence's usual tourist stops.
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 reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Florence based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Florence is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to Florence Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LBA to FLR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Florence is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Florence, a trip to Rome will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you want to check out another side of Italy, consider Milan, about 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are highlights.