Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN): what you need to know
Florianopolis is 13 hours behind Gold Coast and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Your OOL to FLN flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight is RM4,615. A return fare is currently RM8,720. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from OOL to FLN, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Gold Coast Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Of the departures from Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% land on time at their destination.
To get to Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near OOL:
Arriving at Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Book a hotel near FLN if you're catching a late Gold Coast Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hercilio Luz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or topo to explore Florianopolis and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Hercilio Luz International Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN) to central Florianopolis
From Hercilio Luz International Airport, Florianopolis is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
June is the busiest month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Florianopolis in April.
The warmest month in Florianopolis is February, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Hercilio Luz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OOL to FLN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Florianopolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Curitiba is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 241 kilometres north of Florianopolis. No trip is complete without visiting Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.