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 15 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Florianopolis (where Hercilio Luz International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
The most popular route is from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Choose from 98 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FLN to CGH is the 05:55 Gol option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 21:15 with LATAM Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your FLN to Sao Paulo flight.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Book a direct Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket and make your trip as simple as possible. FLN has nonstop flights to these Sao Paulo airports:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo include:
FLN is about 5 miles from central Florianopolis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to FLN:
80.96% of flights departing from Hercilio Luz International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from FLN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Sao Paulo
£35 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return plane ticket starts from £68. These prices can change depending on demand.
Lock in cheap flights from FLN to Sao Paulo by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 16 miles. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from FLN to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 6 miles from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Following your FLN to Sao Paulo flight, kick back at a hotel close to CGH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will help you save.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 60 miles from the centre of Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport will take you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near VCP after your FLN to Sao Paulo flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Whether you'd like a compact for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available from names such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Around four weeks before your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to get a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before you book your flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Sao Paulo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket with a departure in February to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FLN to Sao Paulo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 310 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 210 miles south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without visiting Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
