Your Complete Car Rental Guide for Exploring Florence Airport with Ease
The airfield with the loud name Amerigo Vespucci is considered the main airport of the capital of Tuscany. Founded in 1930, first passenger in 1940. It is located just 4 km from the center of the metropolis, which gives it an advantageous location. Best known as Peretola. The airport is international, because it simultaneously serves various directions of flights.
Despite the fact that the airport is small, it is still very popular among travelers visiting Tuscany during their holidays and during short-term tourist trips during the rest of the year. The annual flow of the airport collects about 2.5 million. people.
Directly from the airport it is possible to get to such famous tourist settlements as Prato (8 kilometers), Montecatini (35 kilometers), Lucca (65.5 kilometers) and many others. The airport is connected with tourist facilities by a wide route network, covering railway and bus directions.
Address: Via del Temine n 11, 50127 Florence, Italy
Information office: (+39) 055 306 13 00
The airport area has a developed infrastructure. There are restaurants, cafes, shops, ATMs and car rental offices. The airport has a VAT refund service "Tax-free", legal in every state. The point is located at the place of departure, schedule: from 6:00 to 19:00 daily. The limit for cash refunds is no more than 1000 euros, and for a card up to 5000 euros.
How to get to the center of Florence?
Tram. In the center of Florence, relatively recently, it became possible to get on a high-speed tram line T2! You will spend no more than 22 minutes on the trip from the airport to Unità station. The price, perhaps, will also pleasantly surprise you (1.5 euros)
A car. The road from the airport to the center of Florence by car will take no more than half an hour. To build a route using a GPS navigator, the following coordinates will be useful: 43.808359, 11.199969.
Taxi. Car parking is located near the exit of the passenger terminal. There is a fixed fare for a trip to the center of the metropolis - 28 EUR on weekdays, 30 EUR. Extra luggage costs about 1 EUR per seat.
Buses and shuttle. Vespucci Airport is well connected with the main railway station located in Florence and a host of other important sites. It is possible to get to it in just 20 - 25 minutes. bus flight. There are express buses with an interval of thirty minutes, which will bring passengers to the area in front of the station. The price is about 7 EUR per ticket.
How to find the car rental office at Florence Airport?
If you plan to see a lot of sights in Florence or want to visit other equally popular cities such as Rome, Venice, Milan and others, it's easier to rent a car. It is better to take care of this in advance so as not to get into an awkward position.
It is possible to find car rental offices immediately after arrival, near Florence Airport. It is very difficult to pass by, because such offices usually have a sign “Car Rental Centre”. Car rental prices will depend on the brand and the number of days. For travelers by car, there are 241 parking areas near the airport for short-term parking (on average 3 EUR/hour) and 600 spaces for long-term parking (about 24 EUR/day)
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There are two options for paid parking near the airport - short-term P1 and longer-term P2.
Short-term parking P1, which is located closer to the terminal entrance, is allowed to park for free for 10 min. This period is enough to disembark or take passengers. Parking in this area up to 30 min. will cost you € 3.00/30 min; € 4.00/1 hour; € 3.00/hour (from 2 to 7 hours) and from € 30.00/day.
P2 long-term parking: free time - 15 min. After that, the service is paid according to the tariff: € 4.00/hour, (up to 4 hours of use); from € 24.00 (from 4 to 24 hours); € 48.00 / 48 hours;, from 3 days - € 12.00 / day.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Firefly
Most popular car class
Compact
Average price
25 € / Day
Best price
18 € / Day
How the price changes depending on the month
January
€76
February
€78
March
€81
April
€116
May
€110
June
€150
July
€171
August
€115
September
€73
October
€64
November
€66
December
€142
* Data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
In August rental companies located in Florence Airport rent much more cars than in the rest of the year. This month marks the smallest range of cars on offer and the highest rental prices. In such a high season, when the number of available cars is minimal, you should arrange a rental as early as possible. This will allow you to get the best rental option at the most favorable price.
The best time to rent a car in Florence Airport is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €25, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
In summer, the demand for car rental reaches its peak. The choice of available cars is decreasing. At the same time, the price of the service almost doubles! For example, in July, the average rental price of the popular car model Toyota Camry reaches €30 per day.
Our rental office in Florence Airport can offer you a wide selection of over 40 car models. You can rent exact car model. All cars are new and technically fully functional.
We offer reasonable and fully justified rates with no overpayments or hidden fees. The cost is calculated taking into account the class of car and the duration of the rental period. The longer the period, the lower the daily rate. For compact models of the middle segment the daily price starts from €15, the fee for a middle-class car is €37-€40 per day. Business class will cost more - you will have to pay for it from €73 and above. The cost of rent depends on the season. Moreover, during the peak period, the price increases significantly. Especially for convertibles and rare models. For a popular model among our customers BMW 2 Series Cabrio you will have to pay at least €83 per day.
In recent years in Florence Airport the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent BMW i3 in Florence Airport by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.
Required documents for rental cars
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
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Early Booking Discount
Florence Airport is a popular tourist destination, so car rental is consistently in demand. The earlier you book a car, the more options there will be and the lower the prices will be. Choose transport online at least 6 weeks before your visit. Better yet, do it as soon as you start planning your vacation. If plans change, you can cancel your booking without penalty up to 48 hours before it starts.
Which car to choose
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, VW Up or Ford Fiesta. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting Renault Megane Estate in Florence Airport will cost €30 per day.
What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Check out the fuel policy
When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Florence Airport for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.
Unlimited mileage
The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.
Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Florence Airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.
Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Florence Airport are EUROPCAR with an average rating of 9.9 points and SIXT (rating - 9).
Car pick-up procedure
You should show a voucher and personal documents. A manager draws up a lease agreement. The deposit is blocked on the card.
Before leaving the rental, turn on the ignition, find out the amount of fuel and compare it with what is written in the contract.
Inspect the car carefully. Point out to the manager any paint chips and scuffs. The employee must record the damage. Take a photo yourself: they should show the defect, the number of the car and the employee of the rental company. This will help to avoid problems when returning the car: it will prove that it was not you who torn the upholstery or scratched the fender.
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