City in Santa Catarina, Brazil
Getting around Florianópolis
How to get around Florianópolis
The island is spread out: rent a car or scooter, or use Uber and 99. Buses connect Centro and main beaches slowly, and traffic jams the bridges in summer.
Ways to get around Florianópolis
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| City buses (Floripa Mobilidade) | About 6–8 BRL | Slow; main hubs are TICEN, TIRIO and Lagoa |
| Uber / 99 | About 20–40 BRL for 5 km | Best for beaches; surge in summer |
| Rental car or scooter | From about 150–400 BRL a day | Most flexible; book early in summer |
| Ferries and boat taxis | About 15–60 BRL | To Ribeirão da Ilha and Santo Antônio seafood spots |
Ride-hailing apps in Florianópolis
A 5 km ride costs about R$20–40 ($3.8–7.7).
- Uber and 99 work; wait times rise in summer and at night away from Centro and Lagoa. Taxis use meters.
Arriving in Florianópolis
Florianópolis–Hercílio Luz (FLN)
Uber or 99 about 50–100 BRL to Campeche, Centro or Lagoa, 15–45 min; city buses to Centro about 6–8 BRL.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Common for long stays at 80–150 BRL a day. Roads are hilly and wet; a motorcycle licence valid in Brazil is required.
- Driving: on the right. A valid home licence plus an IDP is accepted for up to 180 days; carry both when driving.
- Onward travel in Brazil: Distances are huge: fly between regions with LATAM, GOL or Azul. Comfortable overnight buses link nearby states; there are almost no long-distance passenger trains.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Florianópolis?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, 99.
What's the best way to get around Florianópolis?
The island is spread out: rent a car or scooter, or use Uber and 99. Buses connect Centro and main beaches slowly, and traffic jams the bridges in summer.
How do I get from the airport to Florianópolis?
Uber or 99 about 50–100 BRL to Campeche, Centro or Lagoa, 15–45 min; city buses to Centro about 6–8 BRL.
Is Florianópolis walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- LATAM Airlines
- GOL
- Azul
- ClickBus (intercity buses)
- Floripa Airport (Zurich Airport Brasil)
- Prefeitura de Florianópolis
- Uber Brazil cities
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