- Must visit
Uffizi Gallery
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lyon to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Florence will cost around $376 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
It's difficult to get from Lyon to Florence without transferring at least once.
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InterCityNotte 796+
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Flights from Lyon to Florence depart on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 342 miles (551 km) distance in 1h 20m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 342 miles (551 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Flights per day 27 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Florence flights for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
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LH98+ LH9440+ LH4591 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h00 | 12:30 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 2 transfers | |
EN314+ LH4591 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h10 | 1:40 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9496+ LH4591 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h10 | 1:40 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9496+ 4Y615 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h10 | 1:40 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
EN314+ 4Y615 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h10 | 1:40 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ7407+ 4Y615 | 6:30 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h10 | 1:40 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7371 · AF1566 | 6:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h30 | 2:25 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7371 · AF1366 | 6:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h40 | 11:35 AM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3594 · SN3139 | 7:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h05 | 11:05 AM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 20621+ FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ U24411 | 7:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h27 | 12:27 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 20481 · Regionale 4100+ U24411 | 7:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h54 | 2:54 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 20653 · Regionale Veloce 4104+ U24411 | 7:00 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h48 | 6:48 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
VY8125 · VY6074 | 9:10 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h15 | 6:25 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8125 · VY6076 | 9:10 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 14h00 | 11:10 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7361 · AF1566 | 10:25 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h00 | 2:25 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH9498+ LH4593 | 10:40 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h50 | 6:30 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7363 · AF1766 | 11:35 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h15 | 7:50 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 20693+ Intercity 598+ U22998 | 12:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h20 | 10:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 20725 · Regionale Veloce 4110+ U22998 | 12:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 11h10 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 20687 · Regionale Veloce 4106+ U22998 | 12:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h21 | 9:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
LH109+ LH9498+ LH4267 | 12:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h35 | 6:30 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1870+ Leonardo express 4675+ FRECCIAROSSA 9674+ LH4267 | 12:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h25 | 11:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
LH1870+ Leonardo express 4665+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ LH4267 | 12:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h51 | 9:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
LH5186 · LH5096+ LH4267 | 12:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h50 | 10:45 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1870+ Leonardo express 4671+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568+ LH4267 | 12:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h03 | 10:58 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
LH1870+ LH5096+ LH4267 | 12:55 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 9h50 | 10:45 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF7365 · AF1766 | 2:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h10 | 7:50 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7365 · AF1266 | 2:40 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 8h15 | 10:55 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH116+ LH9442+ LH4595 | 2:50 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h25 | 8:15 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 2 transfers | |
VY8129 · VY6076 | 6:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h35 | 11:10 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF7369 · AF1266 | 6:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 4h20 | 10:55 PM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY8129 · VY6070 | 6:35 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 14h40 | 9:15 AM Florence Peretola Airport | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 20749+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 18250+ U24413 | 7:20 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 10h08 | 5:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
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World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Houses Michelangelo’s David alongside major Renaissance sculptures. A must for first-time visitors interested in Florence’s artistic legacy.
Monastic museum with Fra Angelico frescoes and tranquil cells. Ideal for experiencing spiritual art in one of Florence’s most atmospheric spaces.
Florence’s monumental main square, framed by civic buildings and sculpture. A must for first impressions, history, and lively urban atmosphere.
The cathedral square is Florence’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by the Duomo, Baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for architecture lovers.
Riverside viewpoint with one of Florence’s classic panoramas. Best at sunset for sweeping views over the Arno, domes, and historic center.
Thick Florentine T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city's signature celebratory dish and a classic of Tuscan cuisine.
A rustic Tuscan bread soup with black cabbage, cannellini beans, vegetables, and olive oil. A beloved frugal dish rooted in Florentine home cooking.
A thick soup of bread, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, served warm or at room temperature. It celebrates simple Tuscan ingredients and stale bread.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enoteca Pinchiorri, known for refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional wine cellar. Elegant and formal.
Legendary casual stop for Lampredotto sandwiches and other tripe specialties. Simple, authentic street food experience in central Florence.
Historic steakhouse famed for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina and classic Tuscan dishes. Traditional, bustling atmosphere near Santa Croce.
Moderate for Italy: hotels in the center are pricier, but dining and transit are reasonable versus Rome or Venice.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Florence Peretola Airport -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
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Most Lyon to Florence flights use the Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Florence Peretola Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Florence airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals 1 and 2.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Florence Peretola Airport is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Florence Peretola Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Florence Peretola Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Florence Peretola Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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