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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the southern coast of Florianópolis followed by the dramatic elevation changes of the Serra do Tabuleiro and the high altitude Araucaria forests of the plateau.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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South Island Beaches

Aerial perspective of Campeche, Morro das Pedras, and the southern wetlands of Santa Catarina Island during the initial climb.

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Serra do Tabuleiro

Crossing the largest protected area in the state, featuring dense Atlantic Forest and rugged mountain peaks.

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Araucaria Plateaus

Characteristic high-altitude landscape with the iconic Brazilian pine trees spread across the rolling hills of the interior.

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Lages Region

In the distance, the largest city of the mountain region marks the transition to the mid-west of the state.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while looking south towards the highest peaks of the state. During winter months, this side provides the best chance to see frost-covered fields or rare snow on the peaks of the Serra Catarinense near Urubici.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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North Bay View

A glimpse of the mainland connection and the metropolitan area of Florianópolis immediately after takeoff.

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Serra Geral Escarpments

The dramatic edges where the highland plateau drops sharply toward the Itajaí Valley to the north.

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Canoas River

Visual of the winding blue river that carves through the landscape as you approach the mid-west region.

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Agribusiness Heartland

Large-scale agricultural fields around Campos Novos that create a patchwork quilt pattern on the ground.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the interior plateau. This side offers better views of the 'escarpas' (cliffs) that define the edge of the plateau. Keep your camera ready as you approach Joaçaba for views of the steep valley terrain surrounding the airport.

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Route Information

Distance: 301 km (187 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 30 min

Departure: FLN (-27.670278549194336, -48.5525016784668)

Arrival: JCB (-27.1714000702, -51.5532989502)

Route Type: Domestic

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