FLORIANÓPOLISLeaving Hercílio Luz International: transport guide
Modernized airport 12 km from the city. Uber and 99 work well. Metered taxis reliable.
FLN (Hercílio Luz International) serves Florianópolis, Brazil. The recommended way out is Uber or 99 (~BRL 45–70, 20–35 min). Pickup: Designated rideshare zone.
- BRL 45–70ExpectedWhat locals pay
- BRL 120+ConcerningAsk for the meter
- BRL 200+ 'night' quoteScamWalk away
Uber or 99
- Typical fare
- BRL 45–70
- Journey time
- 20–35 min
- Pickup
- Designated rideshare zone
Every way out, ranked
- 1
Uber / 99
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- BRL 40–65
- Journey
- 20–35 min
- Wait
- 5–10 min
- Payment
- 📱 App
Pros- Card on file
- Fair pricing
Cons - 2
Metered taxi
- Cost
- BRL 60–90
- Journey
- 20–35 min
- Wait
- Immediate
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Regulated
- Reliable
Cons- 30% pricier than app
- 3
Airport bus
- Cost
- BRL 6
- Journey
- 40–55 min
- Wait
- Every 40 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheapest
Cons- Slow
- Sparse schedule
From gate to city
- 1Open Uber or 99 (both work)
- 2Walk to rideshare zone
- 3Confirm pickup in-app
- 4Have small BRL for tip (~BRL 5 for driver help)
- 5Confirm your hotel neighborhood — the island is spread out
- Uber + 99 installed
- Small BRL notes
- Hotel neighborhood confirmed
Common scams & payment traps
- Card widely accepted
- Pix common but tourist-hostile
We're still gathering intelligence for this airport.
What locals & travellers say
“99 often has more drivers than Uber at FLN — worth having both installed.”
- "99 often has more drivers than Uber at FLN — worth having both installed." — Airport Exit
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FLN arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Hercílio Luz International?
- Uber or 99. Metered taxis are honest here — but Uber/99 is 30% cheaper..
- Are taxis at FLN safe?
- Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals, confirm the meter is on before pulling away, and never accept a fare from someone approaching you inside the terminal. Risk profile for this airport: low.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at FLN?
- Yes — Uber / 99 works at FLN. Typical cost BRL 40–65, journey ~20–35 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from FLN to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the FLN → central Florianópolis route is roughly BRL 45–70. Anything around BRL 120+ is high — BRL 200+ 'night' quote is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at FLN?
- Carry small local notes — Metered taxi expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Hercílio Luz International?
- Designated rideshare zone. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is FLN safe to arrive at late at night?
- FLN is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
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- Last updated
- July 2026
- Confidence
- high
- Publisher
- Airport Exit
- Canonical URL
- www.airportexit.com/airports/fln-florianopolis
Airport Exit (1970). FLN — Florianópolis (Hercílio Luz International) airport transport guide. Airport Exit. https://www.airportexit.com/airports/fln-florianopolis
"FLN — Florianópolis (Hercílio Luz International) airport transport guide." Airport Exit, July 2026, https://www.airportexit.com/airports/fln-florianopolis.
Airport Exit. "FLN — Florianópolis (Hercílio Luz International) airport transport guide." Airport Exit. Last updated July 2026. https://www.airportexit.com/airports/fln-florianopolis.