Flying from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Florence Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your STN to FLR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways is your gateway to discovering Florence (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Florence Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is British Airways.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating STN to FLR flights, with 77.78% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Stansted Airport to Florence Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between STN and FLR include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Marseille Airport
Olbia Airport
Handy information about London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart STN land on time.
To reach London Stansted Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near STN? If you've booked an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Florence Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Stansted Airport to Florence Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FLR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Florence Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Florence and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Florence Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Florence Airport to the centre of Florence has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
September is the most popular month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Florence Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Florence in March.
When reserving your flight from London Stansted Airport to Florence Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Florence, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from STN to FLR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Florence. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence, Milan is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.