Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport.
Florence's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.
Every week, there are 21 Madrid Airport to Florence Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, pick the 09:50 Vueling flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:50 with Vueling.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to FLR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Traveling to Florence (and then exploring more of Italy!) is easy with Vueling. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport.
Vueling has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier offering MAD to FLR flights. A dependable 80.34% of its departures on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAD and FLR:
Barcelona Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Florence Airport (FLR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Florence Airport flight is AED 173. A return ticket is currently AED 413. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAD to FLR.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAD:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
If you're landing on a late Madrid Airport to Florence Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FLR:
Pick up a Florence Airport rental car and explore Florence and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Noleggiare and RentSmart24 are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Florence Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Florence Airport to central Florence has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Florence. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Madrid Airport to Florence Airport for August if you want to go to Florence during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to FLR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Florence, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel about 225 kilometers south-east to Rome to tick off its leading attractions. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Milan is another standout destination in Italy and is around 257 kilometers north-west of Florence. No trip is complete without a visit to Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
