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Destination facts

Destination airports
  • Hercilio Luz International Airport (FLN)
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Hub of the Americas® in Panama

Fly to Florianopolis with Copa Air

Aerial view of Praia do Moçambique, with Lagoa da Conceição and the island's hills in the background, in Florianopolis

Fly to Florianopolis through the Hub of the Americas® in Panama City. Floripa, the capital of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil, is one of the country's main beach destinations: 42 beaches, Lagoa da Conceição, dunes, hills covered in Atlantic Forest, villages with Azorean traditions and a cuisine recognized by UNESCO. Choose your departure city and dates to see available flights to Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN).

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What should you know before traveling to Florianopolis?

Florianopolis uses the Brazilian real and Brasília time (UTC-3). It has four well-defined seasons, and the high season is summer, from November to March. Copa flies to Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN), in the south of the island.

Airport

Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN), in the south of Santa Catarina Island.

Currency

Brazilian real (R$). You can exchange money at banks and authorized exchange offices, and most tourist services accept international credit cards.

Time zone

UTC-3, Brasília legal time, which applies in Santa Catarina.

Weather and season

Humid subtropical climate, with four well-defined seasons and warm, sunny summers. The high season is summer, between November and March.

Is Florianopolis right for you?

Yes, if you want beaches for every style, nature and good food in one trip: there are beaches for surfing, others for families, lively nights and traditional villages. Depending on your type of trip, these are the plans that fit best.

Joaquina dunes at sunset, with the hills of Santa Catarina Island in the background

With family

Beaches to enjoy with your family, such as Daniela, which is less crowded. Check sea conditions before going in.

As a couple

The villages of Santo Antônio de Lisboa and Ribeirão da Ilha, with their Azorean architecture, and oysters, the island's signature flavor.

Surfing and water sports

Joaquina and Praia Mole are perfect beaches for surfing, kitesurfing and sailing, and Lagoa da Conceição is a place to learn or practice sailing.

Nature

Mangroves, lagoons, dunes, hills and small islands shape the coast, with beaches surrounded by hills covered in Atlantic Forest.

Nightlife

The nightlife of Lagoa da Conceição and the nights of Jurerê Internacional, among the most fun in the region.

Food

Florianopolis is a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy and is known as Brazil's oyster capital.

When is the best time to travel to Florianopolis?

It depends on your plans: summer, from November to March, is the high season and the best time for the beaches; from July to October you can add southern right whale watching in southern Santa Catarina.

Southern right whale seen from above in the turquoise waters of Santa Catarina

Summer, November to March

It is the high season, when you can enjoy the region's best beaches. Book your accommodation early.

Four seasons

Santa Catarina has four well-defined seasons. Outside summer, you can spend more time on trails, villages and food.

Southern right whales, July to October

Southern right whales arrive every year on the southern coast of Santa Catarina, with their best moment in September. Whale watching is done from land.

Before you go

Check the weather forecast and sea conditions a few days before you travel.

Which area of Florianopolis is best to stay in?

It depends on your trip: Lagoa da Conceição if you want restaurants, nightlife and water sports; Campeche and the south if you are looking for a slower pace and nature; the north if you prefer lively beaches, and the Centro if you are interested in history and food.

Praia do Campeche with dunes, waves and the hills of the south of the island, in Florianopolis

Lagoa da Conceição

Around the lagoon, one of the island's great attractions, with nightlife and water sports such as sailing. Best if you want to eat out and go out at night.

Campeche and the south of the island

Beaches such as Campeche, Morro das Pedras and Armação still keep the wild essence and rustic rhythm of the Santa Catarina coast. Best if you are looking for peace, beach and nature.

North of the island

Beaches such as Jurerê, Canasvieiras and Ingleses, among the most visited on the island. Best if you want lively beaches and beach nights in Jurerê Internacional.

Centro

The historic center, with cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, the Mercado Público and the Hercílio Luz Bridge. Best if you are interested in history and food.

Which beaches and places should you visit in Florianopolis?

Joaquina and Praia Mole for surfing, Campeche and its island for nature, Daniela for families, Jurerê for nightlife, and Lagoa da Conceição, the Centro and the Azorean villages to get to know the island beyond the beach. For each place, we tell you who it is for.

Campeche Island seen from the beach, with turquoise sea, in Florianopolis

Praia da Joaquina

Famous for its waves and the surfing championships it hosts. Ideal for surfers and for watching the sea from the sand.

Praia Mole

One of the favorite beaches for surfing, kitesurfing and sailing. Ideal for water sports.

Praia do Campeche

An impressive view and the starting point to visit Campeche Island. Ideal for nature.

Campeche Island

Ecological sanctuary and archaeological site protected by the National Historic and Artistic Heritage Institute (IPHAN). Ideal for nature and history; check visiting conditions before you go.

Praia da Daniela

A beach to enjoy with your family, less crowded. Ideal for families; check sea conditions before going in.

Jurerê Internacional

A beach neighborhood with refined restaurants and one of the most fun nightlife scenes in the region. Ideal for a night out.

Lagoa da Conceição

The lagoon is a place to learn or practice sailing, and the Azorean tradition of bobbin lace is still kept alive around it. Ideal for water sports and an afternoon stroll.

Historic center and Mercado Público

Cobblestone streets, colonial architecture and the Mercado Público, with fish stalls and traditional dishes. Ideal for history and food.

Santo Antônio de Lisboa and Ribeirão da Ilha

Fishing and traditional villages where tradition and city life coexist. Ideal for a stroll as a couple and for tasting oysters.

Fortress of São José da Ponta Grossa

On top of a hill, facing Praia do Forte, in the north of the island. Ideal for history and views.

What can you do in Florianopolis besides the beach?

Walk trails among dunes, restinga and Atlantic Forest, visit the Azorean villages and a historic fortress, taste oysters where they are farmed and, from July to October, go whale watching in the south of the state.

Trail under a large rock among the vegetation of Santa Catarina Island

Parque Estadual do Rio Vermelho

Between Praia do Moçambique and Lagoa da Conceição, it protects restinga, dunes and Atlantic Forest, with 140 bird species recorded. Its ecological trail is guided and runs mostly along a wooden boardwalk; book your time slot on the visits website of the Instituto do Meio Ambiente.

South of the island

Trails along the Lagoa do Peri Municipal Park and rural communities such as Costa de Cima and Costa de Dentro, between preserved beaches such as Pântano do Sul and Açores.

Azorean villages and traditions

Santo Antônio de Lisboa and Ribeirão da Ilha are traditional villages of the island, and festivities of Azorean tradition, such as the Boi de Mamão, enrich local culture.

The island's oysters

Florianopolis has oyster farms open to visitors, where you can learn how they are farmed and taste them.

Fortress of Ponta Grossa

It is the only one of the Federal University of Santa Catarina's fortresses that you can visit with access by land. It is open Tuesday to Sunday, including holidays.

Southern Right Whale Route

From July to October, Florianopolis is the main base for traveling by land along the Southern Right Whale Route, in southern Santa Catarina.

How do you get to Florianopolis with Copa?

Choose your departure city, connect at the Hub of the Americas® in Panama City and continue to Florianopolis.

  1. Choose your departure city

    The search tool shows the routes and flights to Florianopolis (FLN) available for your dates.

  2. Connect in Panama

    Copa connections are made at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City. Follow your boarding pass to your next flight.

  3. Arrive at Hercílio Luz International Airport

    After landing, go through immigration with your travel document and head to your accommodation.

What happens when you arrive at Florianopolis airport?

You go through immigration with your travel document, collect your baggage, go through customs and head to your transfer, an airport taxi or your rental car.

The Hercílio Luz Bridge and the city of Florianopolis seen from the shore
  1. Go through immigration

    Citizens of Mercosur countries can enter with their passport or a valid identity document. For other nationalities, check before you travel whether you need a visa.

  2. Collect your baggage and go through customs

    Keep your travel documents and your accommodation reservation at hand.

  3. Head to your transfer

    The airport has a taxi stand that operates 24 hours a day, and the car rental companies are on the ground floor, in the arrivals area. You can also look for your booked transfer provider.

Do you need to rent a car in Florianopolis?

It is not required, but a rental car gives you the freedom to explore beaches in the north and south at your own pace. If you prefer not to drive, choose your area based on the beaches that interest you most and get around with your booked transfer, your hotel transfer or a taxi.

From the airport to your accommodation

Transfer time depends on the area where you stay and the season; check it with your accommodation or your transfer provider.

Rental car

There are car rental companies in the airport arrivals area. It is the most flexible option to visit distant beaches, trails and villages.

Plan your days by area

The island has very different beaches in the north, east and south. Group your plans by area, for example Lagoa and its beaches one day and the south another, to spend more time at the beach.

In high season

In summer, from November to March, the island welcomes more visitors. Head out early to the most popular beaches and stay close to the area where you will spend most days.

Hotel transfers

The transfer to and from the airport may be included in your reservation; confirm it when you book your stay.

What practical tips should you know before traveling to Florianopolis?

The language is Portuguese, but in tourist areas many people speak English and Spanish. Check your chargers, because the voltage is 220 V, and don't leave without tasting the oysters.

Fresh oysters from an oyster farm in Florianopolis

Language

Brazil's official language is Portuguese, but many people in tourist areas and large cities also speak English and Spanish. Learning a few words of Portuguese helps you day to day.

Payments

Most tourist services accept international credit cards. Also carry some reais for small purchases.

Tipping

Tips are not mandatory, but they are appreciated. In restaurants it is common to leave one when it is not included in the bill.

Voltage

In Florianopolis the voltage is 220 V. Check your chargers.

At the beach

Check sea conditions before going in and choose your beach based on your plans: there are beaches for surfing and others for families.

Flavors to try

At the Mercado Público, try the cockle and shrimp pastries and, of course, the oysters, a tradition of the region.

What can you do in Florianopolis in a week?

This is an optional idea: alternate beaches in the north, east and south with villages, trails and rest days, and adjust it to your pace.

Sunrise over the rocky coast of Florianopolis
  1. Day 1: Arrival and rest

    Settle in and, if you arrive with time, walk along the nearest beach.

  2. Day 2: Lagoa da Conceição

    Spend the morning at Joaquina or Praia Mole and end the afternoon by the lagoon.

  3. Day 3: Historic center

    Walk the streets of the center, have lunch at the Mercado Público and see the Hercílio Luz Bridge at sunset.

  4. Day 4: Beach day in the north

    Relax at Daniela or Canasvieiras and, if you want a night out, end the day in Jurerê Internacional.

  5. Day 5: South of the island

    Visit Campeche and, if you plan ahead, Campeche Island; continue to Armação and Pântano do Sul.

  6. Day 6: Villages and oysters

    Explore Santo Antônio de Lisboa or Ribeirão da Ilha and taste the island's oysters.

  7. Day 7: Departure

    Depending on your flight time and transfer time, enjoy the morning before heading to the airport.

Frequently asked questions about traveling to Florianopolis

Quick answers to the most common questions before you travel.

Do I need a visa to travel to Florianopolis?

It depends on your nationality. Mercosur citizens can enter with a passport or valid identity document. If you are from another country, check the Brazil Consular Portal based on your nationality and travel date.

What should I know if it is my first time in Florianopolis?

Check the entry requirements for your nationality, choose your area based on the beaches and plans that interest you most, plan your days by area and check sea conditions before going in.

Which area of Florianopolis is best to stay in?

It depends on your trip. Lagoa da Conceição for restaurants, nightlife and water sports; Campeche and the south for peace and nature; the north for lively beaches, and the Centro for history and food.

Lagoa da Conceição or Campeche?

Lagoa da Conceição is for nightlife, restaurants and sailing; Campeche, in the south, has an impressive view, access to Campeche Island and a slower pace.

North or south of the island?

The north brings together lively beaches such as Jurerê, Canasvieiras and Ingleses; the south keeps preserved beaches, trails and villages such as Ribeirão da Ilha.

Do you need to rent a car in Florianopolis?

It is not required, but it gives you the freedom to explore beaches in the north and south. There is car rental at the airport. If you don't want to drive, choose an area close to the beaches that interest you most.

How can you make the most of your days in high season?

In summer, from November to March, the island welcomes more visitors. Stay close to the area where you will spend most days, group your plans by area and head out early to the most popular beaches.

Which beaches should you visit based on your type of trip?

Joaquina and Praia Mole for surfing and water sports; Daniela for families, checking sea conditions; Campeche for nature, and Jurerê Internacional for a night out.

What can you do in Florianopolis besides the beach?

Walk the trail of Parque Estadual do Rio Vermelho, visit Santo Antônio de Lisboa and Ribeirão da Ilha, taste oysters, discover the historic center and the Fortress of Ponta Grossa and, from July to October, the Southern Right Whale Route.

When is the best time to travel to Florianopolis?

It depends on your plans. Summer, from November to March, is the high season and the best time for the beaches; from July to October you can add southern right whales in the south of the state.

How many days do you need to explore the island?

It depends on your plans. In four or five days you can see Lagoa, the center and one beach area; a week gives you time for the north, the south, the Azorean villages and rest days.

How do I combine Florianopolis with São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro?

Copa also flies to São Paulo (GRU) and Rio de Janeiro (GIG) through the Hub of the Americas®. Check the options for your dates in the search tool.

From which cities does Copa fly to Florianopolis?

Use the search tool on this page to see departure cities and available dates. Copa connects Florianopolis with its network through the Hub of the Americas® in Panama City.

Where can I buy tickets to Florianopolis?

In the search tool on this page: choose your departure city and dates, check available flights and buy your tickets to Florianopolis on copaair.com.

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Destination country or territory: Brazil.

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