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Is a 30 min layover in Firenze long enough?

FLR · Peretola · Firenze, Italy
Cutting It Close
30 minutes remains below standard MCT for any connection category at FLR and leaves no margin for security delays or gate changes.
Quick Stats
Concourses
1
Max Transit
10m
Avg. Security
15m
Primary Hub
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Minimum Connection Times
Schengen → Schengen
50min
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Schengen → Non-Schengen
60min
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Non-Schengen → Schengen
60min
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Non-Schengen → Non-Schengen
75min
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Tips for 30 min Connections
Peretola handles few true airside connections; assume you must collect baggage and pass through security again between flights.
Allow extra time to navigate the small terminal's limited signage and occasional congestion during peak morning and midday hours.
Ground transport from/to Florence city center takes 15–30 minutes by bus or taxi, so plan accordingly if your connection involves an external stop.
The terminal has basic food and retail options; arriving early provides more choice and reduces stress.
In case of missed connection, proceed directly to the airline desk in the terminal; rebooking options are often limited due to low frequency.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Getting Between Concourses
Peretola's single terminal requires only internal walking between gates and check-in areas, typically 5–10 minutes end-to-end. There is no airside transit system, train connection within the airport, or inter-terminal shuttle. Passengers connecting through FLR must exit, collect baggage, and re-check for most itineraries, as the airport does not handle true airside connections on any significant scale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at Peretola (FLR)?

30 minutes remains below standard MCT for any connection category at FLR and leaves no margin for security delays or gate changes.

What is the minimum connection time at FLR?

Minimum connection times at Peretola: Schengen-to-Schengen is 50 minutes, Non-Schengen-to-Non-Schengen is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 30 minutes connection at FLR on an international flight?

30 minutes is below the 75-minute international MCT at Peretola. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Peretola's single terminal requires only internal walking between gates and check-in areas, typically 5–10 minutes end-to-end. There is no airside transit system, train connection within the airport, or inter-terminal shuttle. Passengers connecting through FLR must exit, collect baggage, and re-check for most itineraries, as the airport does not handle true airside connections on any significant scale.

How much time do I need for a layover at FLR?

We recommend at least 50 minutes for a comfortable connection at Peretola. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at FLR?

If you miss your connection at FLR, go immediately to your airline's ticket counter in the main terminal. Rebooking may be limited given Peretola's modest schedule; contact the airline directly or use their app for fastest options.

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