Flying from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Florianopolis (where Hercilio Luz International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Choose from 234 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from FLN to CGH is the 05:05 LATAM Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:15 with LATAM Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from FLN to Sao Paulo.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Begin your trip with a direct flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo. From FLN, you can fly seamlessly to any of these Sao Paulo airports:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo. Reserve your trip with one of these:
When flying within Brazil, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo, make sure your ID is up to date.
FLN is about 18 kilometres from central Florianopolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 52 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near FLN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Sao Paulo
C$72 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$131. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from FLN to Sao Paulo.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from FLN to Sao Paulo. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you the moment there's a change in price.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres. It'll take you about 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 22 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 17 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 34 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from FLN to Sao Paulo:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from FLN to Sao Paulo in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
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