Flying from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN).
Florianopolis is one hour ahead of Montreal. Hercilio Luz International Airport is located in Florianopolis, which runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Montreal to FLN.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is around 26 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% land on time at their destination.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 40 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near St. Hubert Airport the day before your Montreal to FLN flight:
About Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Consider booking a hotel close to FLN if you have a late flight from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Hercilio Luz International Airport rental car and explore Florianopolis and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and topo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight.
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
Hercilio Luz International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Florianopolis. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport is 314 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 497 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Montreal to FLN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN). June is when most people travel to Florianopolis. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.
The warmest month in Florianopolis is February, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Montreal to FLN plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Florianopolis
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Hercilio Luz International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Florianopolis:
Your visit to Florianopolis wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Joaquina beach, Lagoa da Conceição - SC and Dunas da Joaquina.
Explore more of Brazil
Florianopolis is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres north of Florianopolis, a trip to Curitiba will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Museu Oscar Niemeyer, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
Around 153 kilometres north of Florianopolis, Joinville is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Water park, Parque Zoobotanico and Museu da Dança.