Flying from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Florianopolis.
Flights from FLN to CGH start at 05:05 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:15 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 234 weekly Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FLN to CGH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can travel nonstop to Sao Paulo, Brazil. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport:
Voepass has the highest passenger demand on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering FLN to CGH flights. A reliable 81.61% of its departures on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
33 € is currently the best price for a one-way Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport flight. A return flight starts at 70 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from FLN to CGH, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
80.96% of flights leaving Hercilio Luz International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of FLN.
To reach Hercilio Luz International Airport from central Florianopolis, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to FLN:
Arriving at Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CGH instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport for February if you'd like to explore Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FLN to CGH in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its leading sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are key reasons to visit.