Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
The timezone in Florence is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Manchester.
To ensure you catch your MAN to FLR flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Florence Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MAN and FLR include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Florence Airport (FLR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Florence Airport flight is $126. A round-trip ticket right now is $300. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAN to FLR, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Manchester Airport to Florence Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAN to FLR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Florence Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 65% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Florence Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
Reserve a hotel near FLR if you're catching a late Manchester Airport to Florence Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Florence Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 to explore Florence and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Florence Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
From Florence Airport, Florence is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
September is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Florence Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Florence in March.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Florence Airport for August if you want to go to Florence during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to FLR in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Florence. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Florence, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.