Travelling from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Thessaloniki.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SKG to FLR flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SKG and FLR:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
ر.ق. 412 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 656. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SKG to FLR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SKG to FLR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
Handy information about Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Of all flights leaving Thessaloniki International Airport, 79.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Thessaloniki to Thessaloniki International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SKG:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
Book a hotel near FLR if you have a late Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Florence's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Firenze-Peretola Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Firenze-Peretola Airport to the centre of Florence has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Florence based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Florence is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SKG to FLR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Florence is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Florence, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Milan is another standout destination in Italy and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. No journey is complete without experiencing Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.