Travelling from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Florence, where Firenze-Peretola Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your FLR to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from FLR to Vancouver, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Florence, FLR can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near FLR:
Of all flights leaving Firenze-Peretola Airport, 68.62% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) to Vancouver
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver flight is C$495. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$975. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from FLR to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FLR to Vancouver by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near YVR if you have a late flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from FLR to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 15 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CXH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your FLR to Vancouver flight:
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's available, by booking your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when demand is high.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver has landed. Central Vancouver is about 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel close to YXX. Get comfortable at one of these options after your FLR to Vancouver flight:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to get to your destination with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from YXX around one week ahead of your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Vancouver in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FLR to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Firenze-Peretola Airport to Vancouver, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are attractions you won't want to skip in Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.