How to get from Madrid to Florence
- 1287 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 15m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 15m
direct
Flight
€103
Cheapest
24h 55m
1 transfer
Bus
€96
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 22 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Florence. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1287 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 22, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1287 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €103Checked Sep 22 | 2h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €161Omio catalogue, Sep 23 | 24h 55m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€103Checked Sep 222h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€161Omio catalogue, Sep 2324h 55m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Florence: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Florence Airportflight
Vueling·2h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Madrid to Florence
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€56October 2026
€56Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 25h 55m€161Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 23
Operators seen on these journeys
VuelingMadrid–Barajas-Florence AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusMadrid-Roma, Roma-FlorenceBook →On this route you travel with Vueling, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Florence works
Start with a Vueling flight from Madrid to Florence, about 2h 15m. In total it's roughly €103 over 2h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Florence: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Florence?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Florence from Madrid?
About 1287 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Florence cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €103. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Florence?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 15m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Florence?
About 2h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Florence?
Madrid is MAD and Florence is FLR, so this route is usually written MAD to FLR.
Which operators run Madrid to Florence?
On this route you travel with Vueling, FlixBus.
Can you get from Madrid to Florence without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 24h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Florence?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Vueling
Route calculated: 22 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 22 Sep 2026