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Florence Manchester

1462 km · Italy to United Kingdom · Fastest: 4h by flight

How to travel from Florence to Manchester

There is 1 way to travel between Florence and Manchester — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

Not practical for this route.

🚌Bus

Not practical for this route.

✈️Flight
€93–295
Duration: 4h 27m
via Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, British Airways
~228 kg CO2 per passenger
🚗Car

Not practical for this route.

Where they are on the map

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Florence and Manchester highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

Florence to Manchester — every option in detail

Florence to Manchester by train

Train is not practical between Florence and Manchester because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Florence and Manchester via international airports.

Florence to Manchester by bus

Bus is not practical between Florence and Manchester because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Florence and Manchester via international airports.

Florence to Manchester by flight

Flights between Florence and Manchester take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 27m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, British Airways.

Typical fare range is €93–295. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 228 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Florence to Manchester by car

Car is not practical between Florence and Manchester because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Florence and Manchester via international airports.

About this route

The distance between Florence and Manchester is approximately 1462 kilometres. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Florence to Manchester?+

The fastest way is by flight, taking around 4h 27m on average. Slower options (such as bus or car) can take 2–3× longer depending on the route.

What is the cheapest way to get from Florence to Manchester?+

Flight is typically the cheapest option, with fares starting around €93. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices.

Do I need to fly from Florence to Manchester?+

Flying is the most practical option for this 1462 km route. Both cities have international airports with regular service.

How far is Florence from Manchester?+

The straight-line distance is approximately 1462 kilometres (908 miles). The actual travel distance by road or rail is usually 10–25% longer.