Flying from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport take 1 hour 22 minutes. Rio De Janeiro and Florianopolis are in the same timezone (UTC-3), which means you won't need to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport start from 00:15 — the earliest with Gol. The latest departure is the 22:00 service with Gol. In total, you can take your pick of 85 services every week between FLN and GIG.
Flying over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between FLN and GIG are:
Ministro Pistarini Airport
Carrasco International Airport
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within Brazil. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's license or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from FLN to GIG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is C$92. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$140. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from FLN to GIG.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim 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 Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Hercilio Luz International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Florianopolis. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 52 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to FLN:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
If you're on a late flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near GIG:
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to central Rio De Janeiro is around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Hercilio Luz International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FLN to GIG in July. Average temperatures are between 17ºC and 27ºC then.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've locked in your flights from FLN to GIG, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Rio De Janeiro. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are among the things you can't miss in Rio De Janeiro.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is an alternative way to get to and from Rio De Janeiro. This domestic airport might be a cheaper or more convenient choice depending on your travel plans, so check its rates and flight schedules.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Rio De Janeiro.