What is the IATA code for Rio De Janeiro Airport?

The IATA code for Santos Dumont is SDU.

Santos Dumont (SDU) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

SDU

Santos Dumont

Q: How to reach Rio De Janeiro Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: VLT (Light Rail Transit) Line 1 and Line 2 connect Santos Dumont Airport to the city center. The nearest VLT station is Santos Dumont. Frequency is approximately every 15 minutes. The fare is R$4.30. Travel time to Cinelândia station is about 10 minutes. Bus: Several bus lines connect the airport to different parts of Rio de Janeiro. Executive bus service (Frescão) route 2018 connects to Zona Sul (Copacabana, Ipanema) and the main bus terminal (Rodoviária). The fare is approximately R$16.00. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. Uber and 99 are also available. A pre-paid taxi counter is available inside the terminal. The approximate fare to Copacabana is R$40-R$60. Distance: Approximately 2 km from the city center. Travel time is 10 minutes without traffic and 20-30 minutes during peak hours.

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

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Praça Sen. Salgado Filho, s/n - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20021-340, Brazil

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ℹ️ About Santos Dumont

Santos Dumont Airport opened in 1936. It is operated by Infraero.

The airport handled approximately 3.4 million passengers in 2022. Its IATA code is SDU.

It is one of the main airports serving Rio de Janeiro, known for its central location and stunning views of Guanabara Bay. There are plans to restrict flights to other states to reduce congestion at the airport.

🏢 Terminals

Santos Dumont Airport has one passenger terminal. It handles only domestic flights.

The terminal has 12 boarding gates. The airport underwent renovations in 2007 and 2009, including upgrades to the passenger terminal and runway.

The airport has a capacity of approximately 9.9 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Rio De Janeiro Airport

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Metro/Rail

VLT (Light Rail Transit) Line 1 and Line 2 connect Santos Dumont Airport to the city center. The nearest VLT station is Santos Dumont. Frequency is approximately every 15 minutes. The fare is R$4.30. Travel time to Cinelândia station is about 10 minutes.

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Bus

Several bus lines connect the airport to different parts of Rio de Janeiro. Executive bus service (Frescão) route 2018 connects to Zona Sul (Copacabana, Ipanema) and the main bus terminal (Rodoviária). The fare is approximately R$16.00.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. Uber and 99 are also available. A pre-paid taxi counter is available inside the terminal. The approximate fare to Copacabana is R$40-R$60.

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Distance

Approximately 2 km from the city center. Travel time is 10 minutes without traffic and 20-30 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

Advantage VIP Lounge - domestic departures area, access via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or paying at the door.

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Food & Dining

Several restaurants and cafes are available, including Casa do Pão de Queijo, Subway, and Havanna. Some 24-hour options are available.

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Shopping

Several shops are available, including duty-free shops for departing passengers, newsstands, and souvenir shops.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available. Connect to the 'Infraero Free' network.

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Banking

ATMs are available in the public area of the terminal. Currency exchange services are available.

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Medical

First aid services are available.

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Other

Prayer room is available. No smoking zones inside the terminal.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Rates start at approximately R$15.00 per hour. Daily rates are around R$80.00. Pre-booking is not available.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Use the VLT (Light Rail Transit) to reach the city center quickly and avoid traffic congestion.

Consider using Uber or 99 for potentially lower taxi fares compared to regular taxis.

Check the location of your boarding gate in advance, as the terminal can get crowded, especially during peak hours.

If you need to exchange currency, compare rates at different exchange counters to get the best deal.

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