Flying from Florence Airport (FLR) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
London is one hour behind Florence and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
You can choose from 17 weekly Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with Vueling is the earliest you can take. Vueling operates the last service of the day at 17:55.
Your FLR to LGW flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Vueling has direct flights from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in London — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Vueling on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier that offers FLR to LGW flights. An impressive 87.39% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between FLR and LGW:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Florence Airport (FLR) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$54 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Return flights start from $132. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from FLR to LGW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FLR to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Florence Airport (FLR)
When it comes to Florence Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Florence Airport from central Florence, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to FLR:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To skip the crowds, go to London in March.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Florence Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FLR to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.


