Why go
- City in and county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama.
- Served by Elk Haven Airport.
History
Florence is a city located in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States, in the state's northwestern corner. It has a population of 40,184 in the 2020 census. Florence is located along the Tennessee River and is home to the University of North Alabama, the oldest public college in the state. Florence is located about 70 miles (110Â km) west of Huntsville, Alabama, via US-72, and about 115 miles (185Â km) northwest of Birmingham, Alabama.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Silver Airways (3M) 3M (Saab 340) · 1 route: Atlanta
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Elk Haven Airport; 7 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Florence, Alabama. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.