Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Florence is five hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your JFK to FLR flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between JFK and FLR:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight is £133. A round-trip fare is currently £244. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to FLR, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from JFK to FLR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 30 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
Consider staying in a hotel near FLR if you're taking a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Firenze-Peretola Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 to explore Florence and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Firenze-Peretola Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Firenze-Peretola Airport is roughly 6 miles from the centre of Florence. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Florence. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Firenze-Peretola Airport for August if you want to go to Florence during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to FLR in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Florence has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 140 miles south-east of Florence, a visit to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 160 miles north-west of Florence, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.