Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Explore the options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) jetting off from either of these bases.
The average duration of a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport is 1 hour 37 minutes.
Hercilio Luz International Airport is located in Florianopolis. The city's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro.
With 41 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) is the most popular route. GOL Linhas Aéreas operates the earliest flight at 03:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from GIG to FLN is with GOL Linhas Aéreas at 22:00.
Your flight from Rio De Janeiro to FLN won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) can be booked from this terminal.
GOL Linhas Aéreas is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport departing from GIG.
GIG is approximately 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
About Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLN instead:
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
Hercilio Luz International Airport to central Florianopolis takes around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 52 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport is ج.م. 2,350. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 4,980. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to FLN by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
April is the quietest time to travel to Florianopolis. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport.
Lock in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to FLN for February if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Florianopolis to range from 21ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Florianopolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Florianopolis right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Hercilio Luz International Airport:
Joaquina beach and Farol da Barra da Lagoa are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Florianopolis must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hercilio Luz Bridge.
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