Tom Jobin International – Galeão (GIG) an international airport and the main global hub in Rio.

Santos Dumont (SDU) is mostly a domestic airport, ideal for flight connections within Brazil and to some destinations in South America. 

Galeão International Airport is located 20 km from the city center of Rio de Janeiro.

Traveling to and from Galeão International Airport
BRT (bus rapid transit), Metro, Taxi's, Transfers

Santos Dumont Airport is about 2 km from the center of Rio de Janeiro, which allows quick access to the main hotels and tourist areas.

Traveling to and from Santos Dumont Airport
Bus, Taxi's, Transfers

The currency of Brazil is the Brazilian Real. The currency code for Real is BRL and the currency symbol R$.
Convert currency at your bank, or at the airport before leaving or upon arrival.
Check current exchange rates at Xe Currency Exchange currency converter.

Credit cards are widely accepted. Credit cards with “plus” option allow cash withdrawal.

An electronic visa is required to visit Brazil for tourism or business if you are a citizen of Australia, Canada or the United States beginning December 1, 2023.

Government of Brazil, Ministry of the Exterior Visa Information here

REQUIRE A VISA INVITATION?
Email Customer Service

They will require the following information:
Passport name
Passport number
Address
Phone number
Class dates
Approximate travel dates

• Sunglasses, sunscreen (preferably eco & marine friendly), and/or a hat
• Swimwear
• Layering pieces, a sweater or wrap for evenings and air-conditioned spaces
  
• Comfortable footwear for exploring or shopping.

Pestana Rio Atlântica - 4 star, 5 minute walk

Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana - 4 star, 1 minute walk

Windsor Palace Copacabana - 4 star, 5 minute walk

Windsor California Copacabana - 4 star, 1 minute walk

Hotel Rio Othon Palace - 4 star, 9 minute walk

Olinda Rio Hotel - 3 star, 5 minute walk