Travelling from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): What you need to know
Buenos Aires has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) flying out of Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Hop on a direct Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Florianopolis's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Buenos Aires. Hercilio Luz International Airport is located in Florianopolis.
The busiest route is from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN), with 24 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from AEP to FLN is the 12:40am Flybondi option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 10:25pm with Gol.
To ensure you catch your flight from Buenos Aires to FLN, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
You can book a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP).
At AEP, you'll find a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport, including:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between AEP and FLN is Flybondi.
Gol is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.22% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Jorge Newbery Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
83.76% of flights leaving Jorge Newbery Airport land at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) flight ticket with departures from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Work out whether leaving from EZE works best for your plans.
From EZE, direct flights from Buenos Aires to FLN are available with Gol.
Gol is the most popular choice for travellers flying from EZE to FLN.
Choose Gol for the most punctual service. Its flights between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Hercilio Luz International Airport touch down as scheduled 84.81% of the time.
EZE is about 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your Buenos Aires to FLN flight:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 83.93% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
About Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Reserve a hotel near FLN if you're catching a late flight from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Follow your own route with a Hercilio Luz International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or topo and find adventure across Florianopolis and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
Hercilio Luz International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Florianopolis. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
$186 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport. A return flight starts at $295. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to FLN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN). June is the peak month for travel to Florianopolis. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Florianopolis is February, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Buenos Aires to FLN flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Florianopolis
Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Hercilio Luz International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Florianopolis:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Florianopolis when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Joaquina beach followed by Lagoa da Conceição - SC and Dunas da Joaquina.
Explore more of Brazil
Curitiba is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Florianopolis. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Museu Oscar Niemeyer, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
If you're eager to discover another side of Brazil, head for Joinville, roughly 153 kilometres north of Florianopolis. Water park, Parque Zoobotanico and Museu da Dançan are among its highlights.