Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN)
Florianópolis, BR 🇧🇷 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
SBFL
IATA
FLN
Elevation
16 ft
Region
BR-SC
Local Time
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GPS Code: SBFL
Local Code: SC0001
Location: -27.670279° N, -48.552502° E
Continent: South America
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: http://www.infraero.gov.br/usa/aero_prev_home.php?ai=228
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Online Reviews Summary
Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN) in Florianópolis, Brazil, generally receives very positive feedback from travelers, often lauded as one of the best airports in Brazil. It earned the title of Brazil's best airport at the 2024 Aviação + Brasil Awards, highlighting its exceptional service and passenger satisfaction. The airport is frequently described as modern, clean, and well-designed, offering a pleasant and efficient travel experience.
What Travelers Love
- Modern and Clean Facilities: The airport is consistently praised for its modern design, cleanliness, and spaciousness, especially following significant renovations. Restrooms are noted as very clean.
- Vibrant Atmosphere and Amenities: Travelers appreciate the vibrant open-air mall at the entrance, complete with shops, lush vegetation, outdoor dining, and even a beach tennis court, creating a unique arrival experience. There's also a panoramic outdoor terrace with excellent views.
- Efficient Security and Immigration: Security checks and immigration/customs processes are generally described as efficient and quick, with some travelers reporting very short wait times.
- Good Transportation and Parking Options: The airport offers diverse transportation connections, including public buses, taxis, ridesharing services, private transfers, shuttle buses, and car rentals. Parking facilities are secure and convenient, with options for express, short-term, long-term, and covered parking, including 15 minutes free for express drop-offs and pick-ups.
Common Complaints
- Limited Seating Post-Security: A frequent complaint is the lack of sufficient seating in waiting areas, particularly after passing through security, which can be an issue for passengers awaiting flights. Seats are also described as uncomfortable for longer waits or overnight stays.
- Pricy and Limited Food Options Airside: While there are dining options before security, food choices and services, especially past security and in the international area, are often described as limited and overpriced.
- International Area Can Be Tight: The international area is sometimes criticized for being a bit tight or cramped.
- Currency Exchange Rates: Travelers advise against exchanging money at the airport due to poor currency exchange rates.
- Car Rental Fuel Warning: A specific complaint notes that the nearest gas station for car returns is not directly on the airport route, requiring a detour.
Overall, Hercílio Luz International Airport is highly regarded by travelers for its modern infrastructure, cleanliness, and unique open-air concept, making it a generally pleasant gateway to Florianópolis. While there are some areas for improvement, particularly concerning seating and airside food options, the airport provides a positive experience for most visitors.
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Airport Routes
Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN) offers 39 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, LATAM Brasil, Azul Brazilian Airlines and others. Popular destinations from Florianópolis include Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez Int'l, Jorge Newbery, Ministro Pistarini Int'l, Ingeniero Ambrosio L.V. Taravella Int'l and Rio de Janeiro/Galeao Intl.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez Int'l (SCL) 5
- Jorge Newbery (AEP) 4
- Ministro Pistarini Int'l (EZE) 4
- Ingeniero Ambrosio L.V. Taravella Int'l (COR) 3
- Rio de Janeiro/Galeao Intl (GIG) 2
- Chapeco (XAP) 2
- São Paulo-Congonhas (CGH) 2
- São Paulo-Guarulhos Int'l (GRU) 2
- Salgado Filho Int'l (POA) 2
- Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek Int'l (BSB) 2
- General Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) 1
- Carrasco Int'l (MVD) 1
Newly Discovered
- Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez Int'l (SCL) new
- Chapeco (XAP) new
- São Paulo-Guarulhos Int'l (GRU) new
- São Paulo-Congonhas (CGH) new
- Ministro Pistarini Int'l (EZE) new
- Jorge Newbery (AEP) new
- Rio de Janeiro/Galeao Intl (GIG) new
- Salgado Filho Int'l (POA) new
- Viracopos Int'l (VCP) new
- Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek Int'l (BSB) new
- Tancredo Neves Int'l (CNF) new
- Jorge Chávez Int'l (LIM) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Hercílio Luz International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes
GLO
/ G3
|
9 | 624 | 9 | Jan 31, 2026 |
LATAM Brasil
TAM
/ JJ
|
6 | 585 | 6 | Jan 31, 2026 |
Azul Brazilian Airlines
AZU
/ AD
|
5 | 248 | 5 | Jan 31, 2026 |
|
LATAM
LAN
/ LA
|
1 | 82 | 1 | Jan 31, 2026 |
|
Sky Airline
SKU
/ H2
|
2 | 68 | 2 | Jan 31, 2026 |
|
LATAM Peru
LPE
/ LP
|
2 | 43 | 2 | Jan 26, 2026 |
|
JetSMART
JES
/ WJ
|
2 | 37 | 2 | Jan 31, 2026 |
|
Flybondi
FBZ
/ FO
|
3 | 35 | 3 | Jan 30, 2026 |
Copa Airlines
CMP
/ CM
|
1 | 29 | 1 | Jan 26, 2026 |
Aerolineas Argentinas
ARG
/ AR
|
4 | 29 | 4 | Jan 31, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
14/32 |
7874 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
03/21 |
4331 ft | 148 ft | CON | Active |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | FLORIANOPOLIS APP | 119.65 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.45 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| OPS | FLORIANOPOLIS OPS | 122.5 MHz |
| TWR | FLORIANOPOLIS TWR | 118.7 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Official airport taxis (Coopertáxi) are readily available outside the arrivals terminal. The service is metered. App-based ride-hailing services like Uber and 99 are also available and operate from a designated pickup area.
Rental Cars
Multiple car rental agencies, including Localiza, Movida, and Unidas, have service desks located in the main arrivals hall. Vehicles can be picked up and dropped off at the on-site parking garage or dedicated rental lots.
Public Transportation
The airport is connected to the city by public buses operated by Consórcio Fênix. Options include conventional lines and an executive (air-conditioned) bus service that provides a direct route to the downtown bus terminal (TICEN). The bus stop is located directly outside the arrivals exit.
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