Sao Paulo to Florianopolis Flights

Flights From Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo, the largest city in Brazil, is serviced by two airports, the Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and the Congonhas-Sao Paulo Airport. Cheap flights from Sao Paulo can be booked to most international destinations using Orbitz.com. The Sao Paulo-Guarulhos airport is located about 16 miles from the city's center and is used for international flights, while the Congonhas-Sao Paulo airport handles mostly domestic and regional flights throughout the area. Some of the airlines offering international flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos include Air China, Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways and United Airlines.

Parking at the São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport

Parking is available at the official parking lot for up to 3098 vehicles. Fees for parking begin at $4.50 an hour for a single hour and rise to $25.25 for a full day. Alternative parking is available at the Airport Park, which is located 1.24 miles from the airport and offers shuttle service. Airport Park charges only $13.40 a day for parking.

Transportation to the São Paulo-Guarulhos Airport

Bus transportation is available from Sao Paulo to the airport, running a circuit of the major hotels in the downtown area at a cost of about $17.50 for a trip of up to two hours, depending on where you catch the bus. Taxi service is also available from anywhere in town, with service from the downtown area costing approximately $65.

Breakfast Before Leaving

Those wishing to enjoy a last meal before leaving town can try the Fogo de Chao for a delicious breakfast or Jardineira Grill for a late-night meal before catching the red-eye cheap flights from Sao Paulo. If there's no time to stop and eat before the airport, a quick meal can be had at the Crepe de Paris or the Café Havana in the airport itself.

Florianopolis-Hercilio Luz International Airport

Book cheap flights to Florianopolis and other Brazilian destinations through Orbitz.com and get great deals on all of your travel needs. Visitors flying into Florianopolis-Hercilio Luz International Airport are just 8 miles from downtown Florianopolis and within easy access of hotels and local attractions. This airport serves many airlines, including Avianca, Azul Airlines, and TAM Airlines.

Airport Transportation Options

After taking advantage of the low fare you found on Orbitz.com, you can also book a rental car through Avis, Hertz, or other car rental companies. Alternatively, you can hire a taxi to take you to your hotel or to the Florianopolis-Hercilio Luz International Airport shuttle, which drops off passengers at various locations around town.

Weather in Florianopolis

The climate in Florianopolis is warm year round. Summer temperatures are typically in the 70s and 80s, while winter temperatures range from the mid-50s to high 60s. Because Brazil is in the southern hemisphere, summer is considered to be between December and February, while winter occurs from June through August. January and February can be extremely rainy, although rain can occur any time of year. Bring a raincoat or umbrella so that you are prepared for sudden downpours.

Attractions in Florianopolis

Florianopolis is located in the state of Santa Catarina, on the coast of Brazil. There are 42 beaches along the coast of Florianopolis, including those with calm water that is perfect for swimming and others with surf-worthy waves. Colonial architecture in town appeals to history buffs, and nature lovers will can visit the area's waterfalls, sand dunes, and its two large lakes. In addition to cheap flights to Florianopolis and other international destinations, Orbitz.com also offers vacation packages that include accommodations and tickets to local attractions.