Travelling from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN). Check out your options for taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The timezone in Florianopolis is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of New York. Hercilio Luz International Airport is located in Florianopolis.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to FLN. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from New York to FLN even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is an option when leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
74.1% of flights that depart John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add a stopover to your journey at Tocumen International Airport (PTY). It's a popular transfer point for flights from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) leaving Newark Liberty International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your New York to FLN flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
LGA has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near FLN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hercilio Luz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or topo to explore Florianopolis and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight.
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
Hercilio Luz International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Florianopolis. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Rs58,686 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport. Return flights start from Rs193,683. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to FLN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Affordable New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Florianopolis. June is when most people book flights from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a New York to FLN flight ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Florianopolis to range from 21ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport in July when temperatures are between 12ºC and 22ºC.
More about Florianopolis
Start your Florianopolis trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Hercilio Luz International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Florianopolis when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Joaquina beach followed by Lagoa da Conceição - SC and Dunas da Joaquina.
Explore more of Brazil
Curitiba is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Florianopolis. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Museu Oscar Niemeyer, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
If you want to check out another side of Brazil, head for Joinville, roughly 153 kilometres north of Florianopolis. Water park, Parque Zoobotanico and Museu da Dançan are highlights.
