Sao Paulo to Florianopolis is 320 miles (516 km), a flight of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The left side wins on both departure and arrival: it tracks the Serra do Mar coastal mountains and Atlantic shoreline throughout the short cruise, culminating in a striking lagoon-and-dune approach into Florianópolis, while the right side stays over flat interior terrain and open ocean.
Flight Path
Serra do Mar coastal range, Atlantic shoreline near Santos and São Sebastião, scattered coastal towns of southern São Paulo and northern Santa Catarina states
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from GRU
LEFTDeparting GRU and turning south toward Florianópolis, the left side captures the Serra do Mar escarpment dropping toward the coast and glimpses of the Baixada Santista coastline, while the right side just shows the flat, hazy Paulista plateau and sprawl of Greater São Paulo.
Landing at FLN
LEFTThe approach into FLN crosses over Santa Catarina Island, giving left-side passengers a dramatic view of the Lagoa da Conceição, white sand dunes, and the Hercílio Luz bridge spanning the bay before touchdown, while the right side only faces the open Atlantic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Guarulhos (GRU) to Hercilio Luz (FLN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Sao Paulo to Florianopolis. The left side wins on both departure and arrival: it tracks the Serra do Mar coastal mountains and Atlantic shoreline throughout the short cruise, culminating in a striking lagoon-and-dune approach into Florianópolis, while the right side stays over flat interior terrain and open ocean.
What can I see during takeoff from Guarulhos in Sao Paulo?
During takeoff from Guarulhos (GRU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing GRU and turning south toward Florianópolis, the left side captures the Serra do Mar escarpment dropping toward the coast and glimpses of the Baixada Santista coastline, while the right side just shows the flat, hazy Paulista plateau and sprawl of Greater São Paulo. Notable sights include: Serra do Mar escarpment, Santos coastal plain, São Paulo metro sprawl fading behind.
What can I see when landing at Hercilio Luz in Florianopolis?
When landing at Hercilio Luz (FLN), sit on the Left side for the best views. The approach into FLN crosses over Santa Catarina Island, giving left-side passengers a dramatic view of the Lagoa da Conceição, white sand dunes, and the Hercílio Luz bridge spanning the bay before touchdown, while the right side only faces the open Atlantic. Notable sights include: Lagoa da Conceição, coastal dunes, Hercílio Luz suspension bridge, Santa Catarina mainland hills.
How long is the flight from Sao Paulo to Florianopolis?
The flight from Guarulhos (GRU) to Hercilio Luz (FLN) takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 320 miles (516 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Sao Paulo to Florianopolis flight path pass over?
Serra do Mar coastal range, Atlantic shoreline near Santos and São Sebastião, scattered coastal towns of southern São Paulo and northern Santa Catarina states