Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
Florianopolis's timezone is UTC-3, making Florianopolis three hours behind London.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LHR to FLN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a top stopover on the LHR to FLN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
£381 is the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. Return flights start from £576. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to FLN if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 19 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
If you're landing on a late London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near FLN:
Go where the road takes you with a Hercilio Luz International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or topo and find adventure across Florianopolis and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Hercilio Luz International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
Hercilio Luz International Airport is approximately 11 miles from the centre of Florianopolis. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Florianopolis based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport for February if you want to explore Florianopolis during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to FLN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Florianopolis has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 300 miles north-east of Florianopolis, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 150 miles north of Florianopolis, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.