Travelling from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 37 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
Rio De Janeiro 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 land.
Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the most traveled route, with 85 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from FLN to GIG is with GOL Linhas Aéreas at 18:40. Go for the first departure operated by GOL Linhas Aéreas at 00:15 if you want to fly out earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from FLN to Rio De Janeiro.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Begin your journey at FLN and end it at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
GOL Linhas Aéreas is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.
When flying domestically within Brazil, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show another kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, make sure your ID is up to date.
Travelling from central Florianopolis to FLN takes approximately 52 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near FLN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Rio De Janeiro
Rs15,917 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. A return flight starts at Rs24,135. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from FLN to Rio De Janeiro by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GIG:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
After your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
You can expect the trip to take about 16 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from FLN to Rio De Janeiro at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
July is the busiest month for flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. To escape the crowds, head to Rio De Janeiro in May when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro for February to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 22ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from FLN to Rio De Janeiro in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Rio De Janeiro to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Copacabana Beach.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
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