Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
The timezone in Florianopolis is UTC-3, which is three hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LGW to FLN flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
389 € is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. Return flights start from 778 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to FLN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LGW to FLN.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Gatwick Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Hercilio Luz International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or topo and see more of Florianopolis and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hercilio Luz International Airport about two weeks in advance.
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 reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Florianopolis. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Florianopolis is February, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to FLN in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Florianopolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 241 kilometres north of Florianopolis. No trip is complete without experiencing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
