Florence Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer & Flight Tracking

A driver holding a sign with your name, tracking your flight before you land

You're met at arrivals with your name on a sign, your driver already knows if you're delayed, and you ride in a private Mercedes or minivan to your hotel on a fixed price with no surprises. The driver waits a full hour after you land, tracks your flight, and knows the city well enough to answer questions. Book this if you want to skip the taxi line and arrive without arranging anything else.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer from airport to hotel

• Meet driver in arrival hall
• Relax during private transfer
• Arrive at hotel in Florence

The experience

Someone's standing in the arrivals hall with your name on a card, already knowing if you're running late. That's the first thing that changes when you book a private transfer from Florence Airport instead of joining the taxi queue. Your driver tracks your flight in real time, so if there's a delay, they adjust. You don't waste an hour at the curb wondering if anyone's coming. They're there when you walk out, not before, not after.

The car waiting is a Mercedes sedan if it's just you and one other person, or a Sprinter minivan if your group runs to eight. Either way, it's air-conditioned, the driver knows Florence and the route to your hotel, and the price is locked in before you book: no negotiation at the airport, no meter running, no surprises. You get a full hour of waiting time built in after you land, so there's no rush through customs or a scramble to find the pickup point. The service runs around the clock, every day of the year, which matters if you're arriving at midnight or catching an early flight out.

The driver is local and professional. The kind of person who can point you toward a good restaurant or warn you about pickpockets in certain piazzas if you ask. They've been hand-picked and they know the city. If you're traveling with kids, child seats are available for a small extra fee paid to the driver in cash. Luggage is straightforward: one suitcase and one carry-on per person. Oversized stuff (surfboards, bikes, golf clubs) needs a heads-up before you travel, but the operator will tell you if it fits.

One thing to lock down: if your flight number changes or you're diverted to Pisa or Bologna instead of landing in Florence, you'll need to rebook the transfer. Same if the flight gets canceled. But for a standard arrival at Florence Airport with a fixed time, this takes the logistics off your plate the moment you step into the terminal.

What’s included

Your transfer includes meet-and-greet service at arrivals, real-time flight monitoring, one-way private transport from Florence Airport to your hotel, and a one-hour waiting period after you land. The driver is professional and locally knowledgeable, and the rate is fixed before you book.

Options for this experience

2 options

Daytime transfer, 7 am to 9 pmGuide in English, Spanish or Italian · 96 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:45Airport to Florence (daytime): Private transfer from Florence Airport to hotels in the city of Florence for flights landing between 7:00 am and 9:00 pm. Includes pickup

Nighttime transfer, 9 pm to 7 amGuide in English, Spanish or Italian · 39 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:45Airport to Florence (nighttime): Private transfer from Florence Airport to hotels in the city of Florence for flights landing between 9:00 pm and 7:00 am. Includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

Book up to2d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ciao Florence Tours Srl

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and negotiation at the curb: the fixed price and flight tracking mean you know exactly when and how much before you land.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

What if my flight is delayed?

The driver monitors your flight in real time and adjusts their arrival at the airport accordingly. You don't pay extra for delays.

Can I request a child seat?

Yes, child seats are available on request. There's an additional €5 charge, payable in cash to the driver.

What if I'm diverted to a different airport?

If your flight lands in Pisa, Bologna, or another airport instead of Florence, the transfer is canceled and non-refundable. You'd need to book a new one.

How much luggage can I bring?

Each traveler gets one suitcase and one carry-on bag. Oversized luggage like surfboards or bikes needs approval from the operator before you travel.

Is the service available at night?

Yes, the service runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round.

What if I change my flight time?

Notify the operator at least 24 hours before your original arrival time. The driver will track the new flight and meet you at the updated time.

Can I bring a service animal?

Yes, service animals are allowed in the vehicle.

What type of car will pick me up?

A Mercedes sedan for 1–2 people, or a Mercedes Viano or Sprinter minivan for 3–8 people.