Car hire Porto Alegre Airport

Salgado Filho International Airport services the massive Brazilian city of Porto Alegre and handles scheduled fights arriving from main air hubs throughout South America as well as domestic aircraft. It has an annual passenger throughput of over six million making it the country's eighth busiest airport, and sits four miles northeast of the city's downtown core.

Salgado Filho Airport facilities

The airport consists of two passenger terminals, with Terminal 1 the main terminal building, featuring 32 check-in counters, 10 boarding gates and a 24-hour shopping mall. Terminal 2 is used by Azul Brazilian Airlines and Webjet and has similar facilities. Car rental in both terminals at Salgado Filho Airport is easily arranged in advance online.

Salgado Filho Airport excursions

Avenue dos Estados merges with the BR-290 and Avenue Farrapos, with both leading travellers into the city centre. Either of these routes is simple to follow, making transfer by car hire in Salgado Filho Airport effortless. Many come here to explore the beautiful beaches along the Baia de Guaiba, although the city centre also has a number of main draws including Piratiny Palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral.

Best time to visit

Porto Alegre can be enjoyed at any time of the year, but many travellers opt to avoid the scorching hot months of December, January and February when the temperature can rise as high as 41°C. June through September are the wettest and coolest months, making March, April, October and November the most pleasant months to visit.

Car rental in Salgado Filho Airport

The roads within the city are in tip-top shape and easy to navigate, although drivers should be very cautious of the locals erratic driving skills. Self-drive with car rental is the best to way to explore the city as well as the nearby beaches. Be sure to compare car hire options online before arrival to grab the best rates.