Private jet to Costão do Santinho: clear immigration in Florianópolis, then 12 minutes by helicopter to the beach

For travellers arriving from Europe or the United States, the quickest way to Costão do Santinho, in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, has three legs: a non-stop jet to Florianópolis International Airport (SBFL), immigration and customs at that airport, and about 12 minutes by helicopter to the resort’s helipad (approx.). Below: the three legs, the resort in brief, which jet for each origin, the helicopter leg, and how the price is set.

Praia do Santinho, in front of Costão do Santinho, Florianópolis

Door to door in three legs (approx.)

Leg Where Time (approx.)
1. Intercontinental jet To Florianópolis International Airport (SBFL) 9 to 12 h, depending on origin
2. Immigration and customs At Florianópolis, with Federal Police and Customs On arrival
3. Helicopter Florianópolis → the resort’s helipad, about 28 km About 12 min

By road, the resort is about 44 km from the airport, which lies in the south of the island; the hotel estimates around an hour, and in high season island traffic can stretch that considerably.

The resort in brief

  • Florianópolis airport handles international flights, with Federal Police and Customs: a jet from abroad clears immigration on the island itself, with no connection through São Paulo.
  • The resort sits at the far north of Santa Catarina Island, facing Praia do Santinho, a wide beach known for surfing.
  • It runs on an all-inclusive basis and is known as the only resort of its kind in southern Brazil; the spa, golf and some restaurants are charged separately.
  • Since 1999 it has maintained the Morro das Aranhas private nature reserve, with trails and an open-air archaeological site of rock carvings left by shell-mound (sambaqui) peoples more than 5,000 years ago.
Walkway at the archaeological site on the Praia do Santinho headland

Which jet for each origin (approx.)

Origin Departure airport Distance Non-stop flight Suggested jets
New York Teterboro (KTEB) or White Plains (KHPN) About 4,350 nautical miles 9 to 10 h Global 6500, Global 7500, Gulfstream G700, G800
Madrid Barajas (LEMD) or Torrejón (LETO) About 4,800 nautical miles 10 to 11 h Global 6500, Global 7500, Gulfstream G700, G800
Monaco Nice Côte d’Azur (LFMN), about 7 min from Monaco by helicopter About 5,250 nautical miles 11 to 12 h Gulfstream G700, G800, Global 7500; shorter-range jets make a fuel stop

Distances and times are planning estimates; the final flight plan takes into account forecast winds, passengers, baggage, slots and permits.

The helicopter leg

  • For the last leg, twin-engine executive helicopters are recommended: the Airbus H145, for 6 to 8 passengers with a large rear baggage hold, or the AgustaWestland A109E Power, fast and with a VIP cabin.
  • Landing at the resort’s helipad requires prior authorisation from the management, which the operator requests together with an arrival time agreed with reception.
  • The flight is visual, so arrival is planned in daylight; families travel with children and luggage on the same flight.
  • During the stay, the helicopter can take you to dinner in downtown Florianópolis, to meetings in Balneário Camboriú or over the beaches of the north of the island.
Aqua Kids, the children’s water area at Costão do Santinho

How the price is set

The price is worked out case by case: jet model, aircraft positioning, one-way or return, airport and overflight fees, the helicopter leg and extra services. On intercontinental routes, empty legs (repositioning flights) can lower the cost when dates match.

Embarque Oficial is independent and has no corporate link to Costão do Santinho; the brands mentioned belong to their owners. Resort photos: Costão do Santinho press images.

FAQ: private jet to Costão do Santinho

How do I get from New York to Costão do Santinho by private jet?

A non-stop flight to Florianópolis in about 9 to 10 h, immigration at the airport and about 12 minutes by helicopter (approx.).

Which airport does the jet land at?

At Florianópolis International Airport (SBFL), in the south of the island, with Federal Police and Customs for international arrivals; no connection through São Paulo is needed.

Can I fly non-stop from Monaco?

Yes, from Nice, with ultra-long-range jets such as the Gulfstream G700, G800 or Global 7500; smaller jets make a fuel stop.

Does the resort have a helipad?

Yes; landing requires prior authorisation from the resort’s management, which the operator arranges.

How long does it take by road?

About 44 km from the airport, around an hour according to the hotel; longer in high season (approx.).

How much does it cost?

The price is tailored to the jet, positioning, fees and the helicopter leg; empty legs can lower the cost.

See also: Helipads in Florianópolis: hotels you can reach by helicopter · Helicopter from Balneário Camboriú to Florianópolis · Airbus H145 specifications · Destination guides

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