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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London Gatwick Airport to Florence:

• Earliest: departs at 08:55 and lands at 11:09
• Latest: departs at 19:55 and lands at 22:09.

The flight takes about 2h 14m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Florence:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Florence takes 2h 14m, covering 733 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Florence range from £116 to £222, with an average of £162 over the past 12 months. Anything below £116 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the £162 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £163 return, compared with £251 via a stopover through Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

Vueling is the only airline operating London Gatwick Airport to Florence flights. 85% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £19–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Vueling and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London Gatwick Airport to Florence flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Morning flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Florence are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £69, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Florence usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Florence Peretola (FLR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London Gatwick Airport to Florence route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 52m.

One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Florence most commonly connect through:

• Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 64% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) – 18% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Florence. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £139 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £189, a difference of £49.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Vueling operates flights between London Gatwick Airport and Florence.

Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 06m, compared to 10h 22m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and 11h 34m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

Florence is 1 hour ahead of London Gatwick Airport (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Florence are Firenze Fiera, Piazza Santa Maria Novella, and Ponte Vecchio. These are among the most viewed places in Florence on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Vueling: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Taxis are located just outside the terminals and charge a flat rate of about €22 (around £18.55) to downtown. This includes trips to Florence's major hotels. The flat rate increases to roughly €24 (approximately £20.23) on holidays and €25.30 (around £21.33) at night (between 22:00 and 06:00). There is also an extra cost of about €1 (roughly £0.84) for each piece of luggage. The trip takes approximately 15min.

Gatwick Airport has a range of facilities designed to make your trip more comfortable. There's a range of dining options, including vegan, vegetarian and allergy-friendly options. Plus, all restaurants aim to serve their meals in 15min or less. Families can visit the free 'Kids Zones' in both terminals, which offer games and televisions showing children's programmes. Staying connected is easy with charging points and free Wi-Fi throughout the airport.

There are several car hire companies that operate at Florence Airport. This includes international brands such as Budget, Europcar and Avis. You will find the car hire desks in the Arrivals area. Once you have organised a vehicle, you can take the shuttle bus that connects the airport to the hire car parking space. When you return the vehicle at the end of your trip, the shuttle can take you back to the airport.

Check-in will open around 3 hours before your scheduled departure time. The exact time may vary depending on your airline. If you want an extra smooth check-in process, consider flying with British Airways. They offer self-service check-in, which allows you to print your Boarding Card from one of the check-in kiosks. If you have luggage to check, there will be a British Airways bag drop area in the Check-in Hall. If your flight departs before 13:00, you can choose to check-in and drop off your luggage the day before your flight. You'll need to complete this between 18:00 and 21:00, so this option is perfect for travellers choosing to stay at one of Gatwick's airport hotels.