Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Florianopolis's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Santiago.
Each week, there are 64 Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 04:31 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:05 with Sky Airline.
Your SCL to FLN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Florianopolis adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Brazil:
Sky Airline is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SCL to FLN flights. A reliable 89.8% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SCL and FLN include:
Carrasco International Airport
Ministro Pistarini Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
At the moment, 70 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 129 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SCL to FLN by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that depart SCL arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SCL:
Arriving at Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLN instead:
Grab a Hercilio Luz International Airport rental car and explore Florianopolis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and topo are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Hercilio Luz International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
Hercilio Luz International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Florianopolis. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Florianopolis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Florianopolis is February, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SCL 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
Florianopolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres north-east of Florianopolis, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 241 kilometres north of Florianopolis. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.