Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport is only 5 km from the city center, making it one of the cheapest airport-to-city transfers in Italy.
Price comparison to Florence center
| Transport | Price (EUR) | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| T2 Tram | 1.70 | 20 min | Budget travelers, light luggage |
| ATAF Bus shuttle | 6.00 | 20–30 min | When tram is not running |
| Taxi (fixed rate) | 22–25 (day) | 15–25 min | Convenience, moderate luggage |
| Taxi (night/Sunday) | 25–30 | 15–25 min | After hours |
| Pre-booked transfer | 35–55 | 15–25 min | Door to door, families |
The EUR 1.70 tram — is it really that good?
Yes. The T2 tram from Florence Airport to the city center is one of the best airport transport deals in Europe. For EUR 1.70 you get a modern, air-conditioned tram that runs every 5–8 minutes and reaches the Santa Maria Novella area in about 20 minutes. The only downside is managing heavy luggage during peak hours.
Costs to Tuscan destinations
Many visitors use FLR as a gateway to wider Tuscany:
| Destination | Distance | Transfer (EUR) | Taxi (EUR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florence center | 5 km | 35–55 | 22–30 |
| Fiesole | 12 km | 50–70 | 35–45 |
| Chianti (Greve) | 40 km | 70–100 | 80–110 |
| San Gimignano | 60 km | 110–150 | 120–170 |
| Siena | 75 km | 130–180 | 150–200 |
| Pisa | 80 km | 140–190 | 160–220 |
| Val d'Orcia | 110 km | 180–250 | 200–280 |
For Tuscan destinations beyond Florence, a pre-booked transfer is often cheaper than a taxi and includes the comfort of a fixed price for a longer journey.
Extra charges to know about
- Night/Sunday/holiday surcharge on taxis: the fixed rate increases to approximately EUR 25–30
- Extra luggage (more than standard): some taxis may add EUR 1–2 per extra piece
- ZTL access: taxis and authorized transfers can enter; this is included in the fare
- Tram ticket validation: you must validate your tram ticket on board. Riding without a validated ticket risks a EUR 50+ fine