How to travel from Florence to London

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Travel Information between Florence and London

distanceDistance749 miles (1208 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$37 - $389
cheapestCheapest modeFlight • $37 (€33) • 2 h 20 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $37 (€33) • 2 h 20 min
carriersPopular travel companiesBlaBlaCar Bus, Vueling Airlines or Italo

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 749 miles (1208 km) from Florence to London. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are BlaBlaCar Bus, Vueling Airlines or Italo among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Florence to London.

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from Florence to London

How to get from Florence to London by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Florence to London is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Vueling AirlinesVY6204
07:35AM2h25
Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
09:00AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Vueling AirlinesVY6204
07:35AM2h25
Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
09:00AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1271One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Cityflyer (British Airways 2)BA8472
12:25PM2h15
Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
01:40PMLondon City Airport (LCY)
$3231One-way
0 transfers
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FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
04:45PM28h50
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
08:35PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2341One-way
2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
12:30PM28h55
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
04:25PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2611One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
11:15AM30h10
Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
04:25PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2671One-way
2 transfers
Vueling AirlinesVY6208
05:50PM2h25
Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
07:15PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1391One-way
0 transfers
Vueling AirlinesVY6206
02:25PM2h25
Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)
03:50PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1931One-way
0 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 18251+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 899+RegionaleRegionale 20401+Jet2.comLS1544
12:40AM13h50
Florence Santa Maria Novella
01:30PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$1411One-way
3 transfers

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How to travel from Florence to London?

The journey from Florence to the UK's capital, London, is an easy one to make and can be done with most airlines offering a short two-flight route, taking less around 5 hours including stopover time. Thanks to the popularity of the route, there are a number of airlines connecting through different stopover cities, so you can choose a flight and time that is best suited for you. This flexibility is perfect for those looking to travel from Florence to London at specific times of the day.  Stopovers at airports can range from 30 minutes to up to 4 hours but stopover times are included in the overall journey duration. 

What is the cheapest way to get from Florence to London?

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to London is by plane. Some airlines are cheaper than others. Budget-conscious travellers will find that cheaper flights are often booked quicker, can be at less convenient times of the day and have longer stopover times - but this isn't always the case! Well-known no-frills airlines such as Air France and Eurowings both serve the Florence to London route. Air France flights include a short stopover in Paris, whilst Eurowings flights have a longer changeover in Stuttgart. All flights depart Florence Pertrola Airport and most come into London Heathrow.  Air France offers flights three times a day, whilst Eurowings only have one daily departure. 

What is the fastest way to travel from Florence to London?

The fastest flight from Florence to London is with Swiss Airlines departing Florence Peterola Airport at 2:00 p.m. and coming into London Heathrow Airport at 4:40 p.m. time. This includes a short stopover for less than an hour at Zurich Airport. The entire journey takes only 3 hours and 40 minutes however it is advised that, even with only hand luggage, you allow at least 90 minutes to check-in. The second fastest flight available is with Lufthansa and departs Florence Peterola Airport at around 1:30 p.m. and comes into London City Airport at just before 4:30 p.m. This is inclusive of a 50-minute flight changeover in Frankfurt Airport. Travelling by plane is the fastest and only way to get from Florence to London, even when stopovers and check-in times are included. Most flights from Florence to London take between 4-6 hours including changeovers. There is no faster way to travel from Florence to London than by plane. 

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Travel from Florence to London by plane

Travelling by plane is the only option available when making the journey from Florence to London. All flights depart from Florence Peterola Airport, and thanks to the diverse amount of airlines serving this route, it is possible to leave at almost any time of the day. The earliest flight available is at 6:05 a.m. time, with the latest being at 8:25 p.m. Prices range dramatically depending on the airline and time of day, but there are prices to suit every budget. The arrival airport is usually London Heathrow which has exceptionally easy access to the city center. Due to the sheer size of Heathrow Airport and it's huge amount of flight traffic, travellers should plan to spend some time getting from the plane to their chosen method of connecting to the city. Flight operators include Lufthansa, Air France, Swiss Air, Eurowings and Austrian Air. When flying with Lufthansa or Swiss Air, please check the arrival airport as some flights arrive at London City Airport instead of London Heathrow. Local connections from both London City Airport and London Heathrow are very strong. There are a number of coaches, trains and taxis that can bring you to your further destination. London Heathrow is also served by the London Underground which is the fastest and most convenient way to take you into the city center. Both airports have arrival lounges complete with toilets, duty-free shops and tourist information. It is also possible to purchase tickets for local transportation or coaches from both airports upon arrival.

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Travel between Florence and London on Lufthansa, Air France and Vueling Airlines travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

    Germany's largest airline is Lufthansa. Fly and book your most convinient ticket from Lufthansa's many ticket options including: Economy Light, Economy Classic, Economy Flex, Business Class and First Class.

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