Air taxi for São José (Santa Catarina): board at Hercílio Luz and fly the Cirrus SR22 across Santa Catarina and beyond

São José borders Florianópolis, and its reference airport is Hercílio Luz, about 15 km away by road (20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic). From there, the Cirrus SR22 takes up to 3 passengers to Blumenau in about 28 minutes, Joinville in about 40 and Curitiba in about 55 (approx.). There is no flight to make between São José and Florianópolis: the air taxi is for going further. Below: destinations and flight times from Florianópolis, how to reach the airport from São José and when a helicopter is the better option for short hops.

A white Cirrus SR22 parked on the apron

Cirrus SR22 destinations from Florianópolis (approx.)

Destination Straight-line distance Flight time
Blumenau about 110 km about 28 min
Criciúma about 145 km about 35 min
Joinville about 165 km about 40 min
Lages about 170 km about 40 min
Curitiba about 250 km about 55 min
Porto Alegre about 370 km about 1h15

Times assume a cruise of about 310 to 330 km/h, plus climb and descent; wind and weight on board change the actual time.

Getting to the airport from São José

From central São José to Hercílio Luz International Airport is about 15 km via the BR-282 and the capital’s bridges, taking 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. To avoid rush hour, schedule take-off outside the busiest morning and late-afternoon windows.

A Cirrus SR22 in the hangar

Short hops around Greater Florianópolis

To go from São José to the north of the island, such as Jurerê, or to Balneário Camboriú, a helicopter is better suited than a plane: it takes off and lands at helipads, with no runway needed, and flies Florianópolis–Balneário Camboriú in about 25 to 30 minutes.

The Cirrus SR22

  • A single-engine aircraft with CAPS, the parachute that carries the whole aircraft in an emergency.
  • A cabin for up to 3 passengers, with air conditioning and digital avionics.
  • Baggage of up to 54 kg, depending on total weight on board.
  • It is not pressurised: on regional legs it flies at medium, comfortable altitudes.
The Cirrus SR22 cabin with its four seats

FAQ: air taxi for São José (Santa Catarina)

Is there a flight between Florianópolis and São José?

It would make no sense: the cities are neighbours and share the same airport, Hercílio Luz. The air taxi is for travelling from São José to other cities.

How long does it take from São José to the airport?

About 15 km by road, in 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.

Where does the Cirrus fly from Florianópolis?

To cities such as Blumenau, Criciúma, Joinville, Lages, Curitiba and Porto Alegre, among others with a suitable runway.

How many passengers does the Cirrus carry?

Up to 3, with up to 54 kg of baggage.

What about short hops such as São José–Jurerê?

A helicopter is the right option, landing at authorised helipads.

See also: Cirrus SR22 G3: specifications · Florianópolis → Blumenau air taxi · Florianópolis–Itajaí air taxi · Helipads in Florianópolis · Florianópolis–Balneário Camboriú helicopter

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