Blumenau is in Santa Catarina state in southern Brazil. The nearest airport is Navegantes International Airport (NVT), about 45 km from the city center, with domestic flights to São Paulo, Curitiba, and other major cities. Some international connections operate via Florianópolis (about 140 km south), which has the closest airport with wider connections.
By road, Blumenau is about 140 km north of Florianópolis on the BR-470. Bus services connect the city to Florianópolis, Curitiba, São Paulo, and Porto Alegre. Driving is straightforward.