Car hire Santos Dumont Airport

Serving Brazil's second largest city of Rio de Janeiro, Santos Dumont Airport is a hub for regional airline TEAM Linhas Aereas and low-cost carrier WebJet. It has an annual passenger throughput of nearly eight million making it one of Brazil's busiest airports. The single terminal airport sits along Guanabara Bay adjacent to the city centre.

Santos Dumont Airport facilities

Up to 1,042 cars can park in the airport's car park located opposite the passenger terminal building. Inside the terminal travellers will find 20 gates throughout the modern boarding lounge, which also features two full service restaurants shopping facilities, postal services and 24 hour banking facilities. Car hire in Santos Dumont Airport is available by booking online through a number of well-known companies.

Santos Dumont Airport excursions

An access road links the airport to Avenue Gen Justo, which heads in different directions throughout this large city, making car rental in Santos Dumont Airport the best option for onward transportation. The city has many draws, including the Pão de Açúcar (Sugar Loaf Mountain) and Carnival, although many come for the beaches both in and around the city.

Best time to visit

Rio de Janeiro can be enjoyed all year, although Carnival is the most popular time for travellers and is celebrated before Lent. February is the hottest month, with highs occasionally soaring to 40°C, while June and July are the coolest with the temperature averaging 23°C. January, April and December are the wettest months, making the sunny months of March, October and November the best times to visit.

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The roads in and around Rio de Janeiro are top-notch, although driving in the city centre can be quite stressful. Self-drive with a hired car is a great way to explore the beaches and other attractions, some of which are not accessible by public transport. To ensure the lowest rates compare car hire options online before arriving.