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Galleria Regionale della Sicilia - Palazzo Abatellis
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£90
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£291
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
1 h 26 m
Flights on 16 Oct
21
Distance
653 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Florence to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Palermo will cost around £291 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £90.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 21 flights from Florence to Palermo, including 6 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 653 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
AZ1682 · AZ1767
AZ1682 · AZ1795
FR 3916
FR 3926
FR 6256
FR 8486
FR 6256
FR 3926
FR 4341
FR 3916Flights from Florence to Palermo depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 653 km distance in 1h 20m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 653 km |
Average flight duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 0:40 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Palermo flights for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 4355 | 17:00 Bologna Airport | 1h30 | 18:30 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1684 · AZ1783 | 19:00 Florence Peretola Airport | 4h05 | 23:05 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
FR 4341 | 20:05 Bologna Airport | 1h30 | 21:35 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 8486 | 20:25 Pisa International Airport | 1h20 | 21:45 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY6028 · VY6600 | 22:05 Florence Peretola Airport | 15h25 | 13:30 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
FR 6256 | 6:05 Pisa International Airport | 1h20 | 7:25 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1676 · AZ1785 | 6:25 Florence Peretola Airport | 5h05 | 11:30 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1676 · AZ1777 | 6:25 Florence Peretola Airport | 2h55 | 9:20 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1676 · AZ2028 · AZ1787 | 6:25 Florence Peretola Airport | 7h55 | 14:20 Palermo Airport | 2 changes | |
AZ1676 · AZ2016 · AZ1787 | 6:25 Florence Peretola Airport | 7h55 | 14:20 Palermo Airport | 2 changes | |
AZ1676 · AZ2036 · AZ1787 | 6:25 Florence Peretola Airport | 7h55 | 14:20 Palermo Airport | 2 changes | |
BA523 · BA618 | 7:05 Florence Peretola Airport | 11h35 | 18:40 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
FR 4341 | 8:00 Bologna Airport | 1h30 | 9:30 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1678 · AZ1781 | 11:20 Florence Peretola Airport | 3h05 | 14:25 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1678 · AZ2044 · AZ1793 | 11:20 Florence Peretola Airport | 7h15 | 18:35 Palermo Airport | 2 changes | |
AZ1678 · AZ1779 | 11:20 Florence Peretola Airport | 4h05 | 15:25 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
V71409 | 14:35 Florence Peretola Airport | 1h30 | 16:05 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1682 · AZ1767 | 15:30 Florence Peretola Airport | 4h15 | 19:45 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1682 · AZ1795 | 15:30 Florence Peretola Airport | 2h50 | 18:20 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1682 · AZ2050 · AZ1771 | 15:30 Florence Peretola Airport | 8h00 | 23:30 Palermo Airport | 2 changes | |
AZ1682 · AZ2114 · AZ1771 | 15:30 Florence Peretola Airport | 8h00 | 23:30 Palermo Airport | 2 changes | |
AZ1682 · AZ2056 · AZ1771 | 15:30 Florence Peretola Airport | 8h00 | 23:30 Palermo Airport | 2 changes | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Archaeological museum with Greek, Roman and Etruscan finds, coins and sculpture. A strong choice for understanding Sicily’s ancient past.
Modern and contemporary art museum in a restored monastery complex. Visit for Italian art, changing exhibitions and a central historic setting.
Monumental square at the junction of Palermo’s historic main streets. A classic meeting point with theatrical Baroque façades and constant street life.
Elegant square beside Teatro Massimo, popular for strolling and people-watching. A useful base for exploring central Palermo on foot.
Historic market district with layered architecture, lively lanes and everyday city life. Best for atmosphere, street scenes and local character.
Fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic, especially beloved in Palermo for its hearty, portable character.
Soft sesame-topped roll stuffed with spleen and lung, often with ricotta or caciocavallo. A distinctive Palermo sandwich with deep working-class roots.
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, raisins and pine nuts. It captures Palermo’s Arab-Norman culinary heritage through sweet-savoury flavours.
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian seafood, pasta and Palermo classics in an elegant but relaxed historic-centre atmosphere.
Historic market stall famed for pane ca meusa and other Palermo street-food staples in a lively, no-frills setting.
Long-established informal spot known for arancine, panelle and other classic rosticceria specialities popular with locals.
Moderate for Italy: street food and buses are cheap, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Palermo Aeroporto railway station -> Palermo Centrale, Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Palermo by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Palermo flights use the Florence Peretola Airport to Palermo Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Palermo airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Florence Peretola Airport is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Florence Peretola Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Florence Peretola Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Florence Peretola Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Palermo Airport is 2 km from Palermo city centre. Public transport options include:
Palermo Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Palermo Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Palermo Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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