Flying from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN).
Hercilio Luz International Airport is located in Florianopolis. The city operates in the UTC-3 timezone and is 14 hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to FLN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The distance from central Melbourne to MEL is around 24 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near FLN:
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
From Hercilio Luz International Airport, Florianopolis is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 52 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport, C$1,663 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from C$2,175. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for flight tickets from Melbourne to FLN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Florianopolis, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Florianopolis is February, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne to FLN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Florianopolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Florianopolis right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Hercilio Luz International Airport:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Joaquina beach, Farol da Barra da Lagoa and Hercilio Luz Bridge are essential stops on your Florianopolis itinerary.
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