Florianópolis airport (FLN)
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Passenger Guide
Florianópolis International Airport - Hercílio Luz (FLN), opened on September 15, 1955, is the primary air travel hub for the state of Santa Catarina and one of Brazil's most modern airport complexes. Operated by Zurich Airport Brasil, it features an advanced terminal facility inaugurated on October 1, 2019, that incorporates the "airport-destination" concept through Boulevard 14/32, an open-air plaza offering services, dining, and cultural events. Alongside its extensive domestic network, it provides direct international flights to major cities including Buenos Aires, Santiago, Montevideo, Lima, Asunción, Panama City, and Lisbon.
Official Website: floripa-airport.com
Phone: +55 48 3331 4000
Terminal
The airport operates from a single passenger terminal divided into two main levels (Arrivals on the ground floor and Departures on the upper floor), designed to international sustainability and efficiency standards. The former terminal on the opposite side of the runway is completely deactivated for commercial passenger flights.
Operating Hours: The terminal is open 24 hours a day.
Annual Traffic (2025): 5.2 million passengers.
Information Points
The main information desk (Balcão de Informações) is located in the Check-in hall (Upper Floor) and operates 24 hours a day. Self-service kiosks and uniformed customer service agents are also positioned across public halls and boarding gates to assist travelers.
Location
The airport is located 15 km (9.3 miles) south of downtown Florianópolis.
See MapParking services at Florianópolis airport (FLN)
The airport features official on-site parking managed by Zurich Airport Brasil, situated in front of Boulevard 14/32 and the passenger terminal, with covered pedestrian walkways.
Parking Sectors
- Premium: 206 fully covered bays located a 2-minute walk from the terminal entrance.
- Premium Carregadores Elétricos: 22 covered spaces equipped with EV charging stations.
- Standard: 2,661 uncovered spaces situated roughly a 6-minute walk from the terminal, ideal for long-term parking.
Important Considerations
Drop-off Area (Kiss & Fly): An express curbside lane offers a 10-minute free grace period for dropping off or picking up passengers. Exceeding this period incurs a fee of R$ 20 for every additional 10-minute block.
Grace Period: Inside the parking facilities, a 5-minute grace period applies to exit without validating a ticket.
Payment Methods and Electronic Toll Tags: Automatic toll-tag entry (Sem Parar, Veloe, ConectCar, Taggy) is supported exclusively in the Standard lot. For all other sectors or manual payments, automated kiosks located in the terminal and Boulevard 14/32 accept cash, credit/debit cards, and PIX.
Reserved Spaces: Accessible spaces for drivers with disabilities and senior citizens are provided across all sectors.
Rates and Bookings
First-hour parking starts from R$ 12, with daily rates ranging between R$ 25 and R$ 40 depending on parking tier and promotional booking windows. Online parking reservations and updated details can be found on the official Floripa Airport portal.
Rates updated as of October 12, 2026.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Florianópolis International Airport is a fully accessible facility compliant with ANAC guidelines, operated under the "Aeroporto para Todos" inclusion initiative by Zurich Airport Brasil.
Requesting Special Assistance
Passengers requiring wheelchair service, dedicated escorts, or specific boarding help should contact their airline at least 48 hours prior to scheduled departure.
Infrastructure and Accessibility
The facility features 6 accessible elevators, 8 escalators, gently graded ramps, tactile guidance paving, and Braille signage. It provides 34 accessible restrooms, 3 family restrooms, and 10 glass-enclosed boarding bridges for step-free boarding. For remote aircraft stands, specialized mobile lift vehicles (Ambulifts or "Mamuth") are deployed. Customer service personnel are also trained in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language).
Hidden Disabilities and Sensory Well-being
- Multi-Sensory Room: A specialized lounge in the domestic departure concourse with dimmed lighting and calm surroundings designed for neurodivergent travelers and individuals on the autism spectrum (ASD). Access can be requested via check-in or gate staff.
- Sunflower Lanyard: Complimentary identification lanyard to discreetly signal hidden disabilities, available at check-in desks and the central information counter.
- Service Animal Restroom: A dedicated pet relief area (Banheiro Pet) located in the domestic boarding area for service animals.
Family and Nursing Facilities
The terminal features 7 baby-care rooms (fraldários) positioned across Boulevard 14/32 and gate areas, furnished with changing tables, sinks, bottle-warming microwaves, and comfortable nursing chairs.
Unaccompanied Minors
Escort services for minors traveling alone must be booked directly through the operating airline, accompanied by the mandatory legal travel authorizations required under Brazilian law.
Latest updates: October 12, 2026
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