Flying from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Florence, where Firenze-Peretola Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your FLR to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from FLR to Vancouver. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Florence to FLR takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near FLR? If you've booked an early flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Firenze-Peretola Airport, data shows 68.62% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver flight is $1,018. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,639. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from FLR to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FLR to Vancouver by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from FLR to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. After your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CXH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your FLR to Vancouver flight:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver has arrived. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near YXX after your FLR to Vancouver flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to your next stop with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book with reliable names here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Vancouver in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FLR to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Vancouver must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.