Air Taxi in Penha (Beto Carrero World): Helicopter and Plane to Navegantes, Florianópolis and the Santa Catarina Coast

Penha, home of Beto Carrero World, lies about 15 km from Navegantes International Airport (NVT). By helicopter, Balneário Camboriú is about 10 minutes away, Joinville 15 to 20 and Florianópolis 25 to 30 — no need to face the BR-101 highway jams on weekends and in high season. Below: routes, flight times, fleet, where to board and how the price is worked out.

Bell 505 helicopter on the apron, ready for an air-taxi flight

Helicopter routes from Penha

Straight-line times with a single-engine helicopter such as the Bell 505; they vary with wind, aircraft and landing site.

Destination Distance (approx.) Helicopter (approx.)
Navegantes Airport (NVT) about 13 km about 5 min
Itajaí about 17 km about 7 min
Balneário Camboriú about 25 km 8 to 10 min
Itapema and Porto Belo 35 to 40 km 10 to 12 min
Bombinhas about 45 km 12 to 15 min
Blumenau about 45 km 12 to 15 min
Joinville about 55 km 15 to 20 min
Florianópolis about 95 km 25 to 30 min

Plane and jet routes from Navegantes

For longer distances, planes and jets depart from NVT, a few minutes from Penha.

Destination Aircraft Flight time (approx.)
Curitiba Cirrus SR22 / Citation V Ultra 35 to 40 min / 25 to 30 min
Criciúma Cirrus SR22 / Citation V Ultra about 45 min / about 35 min
Porto Alegre Citation V Ultra about 1h05
São Paulo Citation V Ultra about 1h10
Helicopter on a helipad near Beto Carrero World in Penha

Available fleet

Aircraft Type Passengers (approx.) Best for
Bell 505 Jet Ranger X single-engine helicopter up to 4 northern coast, Joinville and Florianópolis
Bell 206 single-engine helicopter 4 (JetRanger) to 6 (LongRanger) short hops
Cirrus SR22 single piston plane with a ballistic parachute up to 3 Curitiba and Criciúma
Cessna Citation V Ultra light business jet up to 7 southern and southeastern capitals

Final capacity depends on weight on board, baggage and fuel required.

Where to board

  • Approved helipads in Penha and around Beto Carrero World.
  • Navegantes International Airport – Ministro Victor Konder (NVT), for planes and jets.
  • Hotel, resort and gated-community helipads with approved facilities.
  • Regional airports at the destination, such as Joinville and Curitiba.
Cove with boats on the northern coast of Santa Catarina

Visiting Beto Carrero World

A common plan for families flying in from other cities is to land at Navegantes and continue to Penha by helicopter or car — by road it takes about 20 to 30 minutes outside peak hours. If you want to see the park and the coast from above, a scenic flight can be booked separately.

How much an air taxi in Penha costs

Helicopter flight hours start at about R$ 6,000 (APPROX.); planes and jets are quoted per mission. The final price covers the aircraft’s total time (including the return to base), waiting, fees and date.

December to February, holidays and major events on the coast call for early booking.

How to book

  1. Share origin, destination, date, time, passengers and baggage.
  2. Receive the proposal with aircraft, flight time and approximate prices.
  3. Confirm; operations handle permits, crew and landing site.
  4. On the day, board at the agreed helipad or terminal.

FAQ: air taxi in Penha

How long is the helicopter flight from Penha to Florianópolis?

About 25 to 30 minutes, depending on aircraft and wind.

Is Penha far from Navegantes Airport?

No. It is about 13 km in a straight line: some 5 minutes by helicopter or 20 to 30 minutes by car.

How much does an air taxi in Penha cost?

Helicopter flight hours start at about R$ 6,000 (APPROX.); planes and jets are quoted by route.

How many people fit?

Up to 4 in the Bell 505, up to 6 in the Bell 206 LongRanger and up to 7 in the Citation V Ultra jet, depending on weight and baggage.

Can I fly from Penha to Curitiba?

Yes, by plane or jet from Navegantes: 35 to 40 minutes in the Cirrus SR22 or 25 to 30 in the Citation V Ultra.

Where do I board in Penha?

At approved helipads in town and around Beto Carrero World, or at Navegantes Airport (NVT) for planes and jets.

See also: Plane and jet to Penha via Navegantes · Helicopter tour in Penha and Balneário Camboriú · Helicopter in Navegantes · Air charter in Blumenau · Robinson R44: specs and routes

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