- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Flights from Venice to Florence depart on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £133 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 04:15, the last at 17:25. The fastest flight covers the 205 km distance in 3h 0m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 205 km |
Average flight duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £133 |
Flights per day 11 |
Fastest flight 3h 0m |
First flight 4:15 |
Last flight 17:25 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a flight costs an average of £222.
Distance: 205 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£222 Average Price | £20 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Florence:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Florence costing on average £20.
A coach is £212 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Florence costing on average £222.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
Coach takes on average 3h 55m.
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Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Peretola Aeroporto -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Florence flights use the Venice Marco Polo Airport to Florence Peretola Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Florence airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Venice Marco Polo Airport is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venice Marco Polo 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 Venice Marco Polo Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venice Marco Polo Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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