Flying from Florence Airport (FLR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Florence.
To ensure you get on your FLR to EDI flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Edinburgh (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a cinch with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
Among carriers operating FLR to EDI flights, British Airways has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FLR and EDI:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Florence Airport (FLR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is ر.ق. 213. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 524. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FLR to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from FLR to EDI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Florence Airport (FLR)
74% of flights taking off from Florence Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Florence Airport from central Florence, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near FLR? If you've booked an early flight from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider staying in a hotel near EDI if you're on a late Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Edinburgh in March.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Florence Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from FLR to EDI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Edinburgh. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
