Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Florence's timezone is UTC+1, making Florence two hours behind Riyadh.
To ensure you catch your RUH to FLR flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between RUH and FLR include:
Barcelona Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Florence Airport (FLR)
Currently, £221 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £363. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to FLR, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RUH to FLR.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is around 32 kms (20 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport? Check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Get a good night's rest here before heading to RUH.
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
Reserve a hotel close to FLR if you're on a late Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Florence Airport rental car and explore Florence and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Noleggiare and RentSmart24 are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Florence Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Florence Airport (FLR) to central Florence
Florence Airport is roughly 8 kms (5 miles) from the centre of Florence. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Florence based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Florence is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Riyadh Airport to Florence Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RUH to FLR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Florence, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey about 225 kms (140 miles) south-east to Rome to tick off its top sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Italy, consider Milan, roughly 257 kms (160 miles) north-west of Florence. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are highlights.