Santos Dumont Airport Ground Transportation Map (2025-2016)
Open the Santos Dumont Airport Ground Transportation Map to plan where taxis queue, where the Uber staging area feeds into the pickup zone, and how the VLT links you straight toward the city.
Amenities come first at Santos Dumont Airport, and the compact layout keeps every curb step intuitive. That’s because Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) works from a single terminal facing Guanabara Bay, with clear Arrivals and Departures lanes feeding the VLT stop just outside the main frontage.
Look for the “Saída/Exit” signs on Arrivals Level to stay oriented.
Santos Dumont Airport Uber Staging Area Map 2025
Santos Dumont Airport’s Uber staging operations in 2025 reflect updated UberX pickup zones with variable exact locations shown only through illustrative maps, and new driver information outlining the virtual queue system for airport trips.
The airport also began the second phase of its expansion project in 2025, which frames these operational updates and supports the continuation of Uber’s pickup and staging procedures under the revised layout.
Santos Dumont Airport VLT Route Map 2025-2016
In 2025, only VLT Line 1 remains fully operational, providing the established connection between the Novo Rio Bus Terminal and Santos Dumont Airport. The first main line of the VLT has been completed, but additional VLT segments continue under construction, including work in the Gamboa neighborhood.
Other planned lines are not yet in full operation, leaving Line 1 as the sole complete route linking the central bus station with the airport while construction progresses.
Printable Santos Dumont Airport Ground Transportation Map PDF 2025
FAQ
Is a Santos Dumont Airport shuttle cheaper than a taxi?
A Santos Dumont Airport shuttle is generally cheaper than a taxi. Shuttle fares range from R$20 to R$40 depending on the operator and destination, while taxis from the airport to central Rio typically cost R$60 to R$100. Travel time and convenience may vary based on traffic and luggage needs.
Is there Uber in Santos Dumont Airport?
Uber operates at Santos Dumont Airport. Passengers can request rides using the Uber app and meet their driver at designated pickup points outside the terminal. Availability is generally high, and prices are often lower than traditional taxis, depending on demand and traffic.
How much is a taxi from Santos Dumont Airport to main city?
A taxi from Santos Dumont Airport to central Rio de Janeiro typically costs between R$60 and R$100. The fare depends on traffic, time of day, and whether a regular or special taxi service is used. The trip usually takes 15 to 30 minutes.
Is it hard to find taxi at Santos Dumont Airport?
It is generally easy to find a taxi at Santos Dumont Airport. Taxis are available 24/7 outside the arrivals area, and official taxi counters operate inside the terminal. During peak hours or large events, short wait times may occur, but availability remains consistent.
