Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
Florianopolis's timezone is UTC-3, making Florianopolis one hour ahead of Washington DC.
To ensure you catch your IAD to FLN flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport. Many travellers pass through Tocumen International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
196 € is the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 423 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from IAD to FLN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IAD to FLN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to IAD:
Arriving at Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Consider booking a hotel near FLN if you have a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your 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.
Booking your ride from Hercilio Luz International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
From Hercilio Luz International Airport, Florianopolis is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
June is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Florianopolis in April.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Florianopolis during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to FLN in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Florianopolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 241 kilometres north of Florianopolis, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.