Firenze to London is 757 miles (1,218 km), a flight of about 2 hours 35 minutes.
While the Florence departure offers a nice glimpse of the city and Tuscan hills, the right side wins overall thanks to a dramatic Alpine crossing during cruise and a rare, low-altitude pass over central London's landmarks on the approach into Heathrow.
Flight Path
Western Alps (Mont Blanc massif and surrounding peaks near the France-Switzerland-Italy border), the Rhône-Saône river corridor, and the English Channel coastline near Kent before descent into southeast England
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from FLR
LEFTDeparting FLR on runway 23 (the typical departure direction), the initial climb heads southwest with the nose pointed away from the city, putting Florence's historic center, the Arno valley, and the Chianti hills on the left side of the aircraft as it climbs out before turning northwest toward the route.
Landing at LHR
RIGHTOn a typical westerly arrival into Heathrow, the aircraft descends from the east and tracks over central London before turning onto final approach for 27L/27R, giving right-side passengers a clear look down at the Thames, Canary Wharf, and the Westminster skyline just minutes before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Peretola (FLR) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Firenze to London. While the Florence departure offers a nice glimpse of the city and Tuscan hills, the right side wins overall thanks to a dramatic Alpine crossing during cruise and a rare, low-altitude pass over central London's landmarks on the approach into Heathrow.
What can I see during takeoff from Peretola in Firenze?
During takeoff from Peretola (FLR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing FLR on runway 23 (the typical departure direction), the initial climb heads southwest with the nose pointed away from the city, putting Florence's historic center, the Arno valley, and the Chianti hills on the left side of the aircraft as it climbs out before turning northwest toward the route. Notable sights include: Florence's Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore), Arno River, Chianti hills, San Miniato al Monte hill.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On a typical westerly arrival into Heathrow, the aircraft descends from the east and tracks over central London before turning onto final approach for 27L/27R, giving right-side passengers a clear look down at the Thames, Canary Wharf, and the Westminster skyline just minutes before touchdown. Notable sights include: River Thames, Canary Wharf skyline, London Eye and Westminster, Windsor Great Park.
How long is the flight from Firenze to London?
The flight from Peretola (FLR) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 2 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 757 miles (1,218 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Firenze to London flight path pass over?
Western Alps (Mont Blanc massif and surrounding peaks near the France-Switzerland-Italy border), the Rhône-Saône river corridor, and the English Channel coastline near Kent before descent into southeast England