Transfer to/from - Florence airport (FLR)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Florence airport (FLR)

Transportation

 

Tram

The GEST tram system is the most affordable and efficient option for travelling between the airport and the historic city centre. Line T2 connects the Peretola Aeroporto stop (located just a few metres from the terminal) with Santa Maria Novella central station (Unità stop) in approximately 20 minutes. Main stops include Guidoni, Novoli, San Donato, Rosselli and San Marco.

  • Frequency: Every 5–10 minutes during the day and every 15 minutes during night-time hours.
  • Operating hours: Daily from 5:00 am to 12:30 am. On Fridays and Saturdays, the service operates until 2:00 am.
  • Fare: The standard single urban ticket costs €1.70 and is valid for 90 minutes across the entire city transport network. Tickets can be purchased from ticket vending machines at each stop or by contactless payment on board.

Buses

Caronna Tour: Offers a direct service connecting the Guidoni tram stop (located one stop from the airport) with Pisa Airport. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and fares start from €14.99. For enquiries and bookings, you can visit their official website.

Rent a Car

 

Taxis

The official taxi rank is located just outside the passenger terminal. The estimated travel time to Florence city centre is 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. There are fixed, pre-set fares for transfers to hotels in the historic centre:

  • Fixed Daytime Fare: €28.00 (weekdays).
  • Fixed Public Holiday Fare: €30.00 (Sundays and public holidays).
  • Fixed Night-time Fare: €32.00 (from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am).

Surcharges: A €3.00 charge applies for departures from the airport, and €1.20 per piece of luggage (maximum of 7 items).

 
 

Latest updates: December 27, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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