Flying from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
London has multiple airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Hercilio Luz International Airport is located in Florianopolis. The city operates in the UTC-3 timezone and is 3 hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to FLN.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your travels. When booking your flight from London to FLN, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is one option if you're leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The distance from central London to LHR is roughly 31 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Give yourself a moment to stretch your legs during your flight from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport with a stopover. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and FLN.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from London to FLN, take things easy in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FLN if you're taking a late flight from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
Hercilio Luz International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Florianopolis. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 52 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
For a one-way ticket from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport, Rs122,565 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from Rs244,940. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from London to FLN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from London to FLN.
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The best time to fly from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
April is the quietest time to fly to Florianopolis. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in June. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from London to FLN for February if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Florianopolis to range from 21ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 22ºC.
More about Florianopolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Florianopolis right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from London to Hercilio Luz International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Joaquina beach, Farol da Barra da Lagoa and Hercilio Luz Bridge are popular attractions which should be on any good Florianopolis itinerary.
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