Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU) Transfers & Taxi

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How the service works

1
Choose the route and a car You can order a vehicle of any capacity — from a Micro for two to a 19-seater bus.
2
Complete the booking form
and choose a payment method
Select the pickup date and time, then choose a payment method. As soon as your booking is complete, you will receive an email with a voucher.
3
The driver meets you
with a nameplate at the airport
The driver will be waiting for you on site at the scheduled time. They will guide you to the car and take you to your hotel.

7834 reviews about transfer from Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU) with an average rating of 4.6 / 5

Great service, everything was as arranged and planned. Great communication from the booking team. The driver spoke English and was very knowledgeable about the area, able to point out things of interest as we drove to our destination. Angela Kastner
So impressed with this company! They contacted me to inform me of a port change before our ship let us know! They assured us our driver would meet us at the new port and there would not be any problems! Will definitely use this company again!! Geri M
The driver was very nice and polite. He had a card with my name on it in his hand. He took care of my luggage quickly. The car is clean and well-kept. I highly recommend KiwiTaxi. Jacek Swieca
I booked a last minute transfer in the middle of the night and the service was so fast and fully available to make it as smoothly as possible. Annamaria
The trip went great, the driver was early and very professional, he helped us load the bags in and out of the car. I would recomend kiwitaxi to anyone. 10/10 great service. William
All went well! Good communication on whatapp and on a phone with confirm. Friendly driver, good clean car, and on-time. Also safe driving, would book my transfer here again Recommend! Marina
I was pleasantly surprised that my return ride was GREAT. I had some problems with my first ride from the Istanbul Airport into town and had planned to also handle the return trip with Kiwitaxi. This drive and this trip was very good. The vehicle was clean, the driver arrived 10 minutes early, was very helpful in getting our bags into the vehicle, was polite, spoke Turkish, Arabic, and English. He was a safe driver, did NOT use his phone during the trip, was friendly but also was appropriately quiet. It was a good last impression that was left. VanettaA
All good - our driver, Anthony, was early to collect us, helpful with our luggage, and pleasant to chat to en route to the airport. Would definitely recommend this service. Carole P
Kirill is excellent. Very caring, helping, intelligent with great driving skills. In our short drive home we had a guided tour around dinner of the Barcelona's famous neighbourhoods and landmarks and had a lecture on history of the city. Overall top notch service and great value for money. Iwan Potapow
Great trip from Larnaca airport to Limassol. The driver waited for us in at the airport and walked us to the car. We had a nice and easy trip. Great service. LH

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Fleet on routes from Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU)

Budget For a couple or a family with a child.
Business class For comfortable business trips.
Spacious For groups of up to 19 people or large baggage.

Additional services

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depending on the route.
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We will help you achieve your goals

Wait time if your flight is delayed 90 minutes of free waiting time at the airport.
Free cancellation
and changes
24 hours prior to the trip.
24/7 support
in English
Via phone call and online chat.

FAQ

How do I book a transfer from/to Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU)?

Enter the departure location in the “From” field and the destination in the “To” field. You can enter the name of the place or specify the exact address. The drop-down suggestions will make the search faster and easier.

Then, click on the “View Prices” button. Select the required transfer class and click "Book" to continue with the booking.

How far in advance should I book a transfer from/to Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU)?

The timing depends on the vehicle class.

Premium class vehicles or Minibus for 10, 13, 16 or 19 pax should be booked at least 24 hours in advance.

Standard vehicles (Micro, Economy, Comfort, Minivan 4 pax, Minibus 7 pax) should be booked at least 16 hours prior to your trip.

If you don't have that much time, you can book an urgent transfer. We will inform you as soon as possible whether we can provide the service or not.

What should I do if my flight from Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU) is delayed?

As soon as you find out that your flight is delayed, please inform your driver by calling the phone number provided to you, contacting Customer Support via e-mail at support@kiwitaxi.com, by using the online chat on our website, or by calling +442080682801.

Provide the order number and the new arrival time.

What should I do if my flight to Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU) arrives early?

If your flight arrives early, your driver may not be at the meeting point with a nameplate yet. Please wait for the driver at the meeting point indicated on the voucher.

You can also contact the driver by phone or SMS to speed up your meeting at the airport.

Important note: If possible, do not leave the airport with a local taxi service, as we will not be able to refund you.

How do I find my driver before my transfer from/to Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU)?

Important note: Your driver will meet you with a nameplate displaying the first and last names you provided during the booking.

For airport transfers, the driver will meet you at the arrivals area exit. It is located after the passport control and the baggage claim areas.

For hotel transfers, the driver will wait in the lobby.

Detailed meet-up instructions can be found in your trip confirmation voucher. It will also include the driver’s telephone number.

How much does a taxi transfer service from/to Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU) cost?

The taxi fare for a transfer from/to Center airport «Santos Dumont» (SDU) depends on the vehicle class and distance to your destination. To view the exact taxi rate, please use our website by entering your departure and arrival locations and our system will instantly provide you with the cost. Opting for Kiwitaxi's taxi service ensures not only a favourable fare but also peace of mind, comfort, and attentive care for you and your loved ones, often at a price comparable to or even lower than local taxi services.

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How to Get from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Other Destinations

This air hub (SDU) is the second major one serving the city of Rio de Janeiro. Located two kilometers east of its downtown, the airport handles only domestic flights. As it’s situated not far from the city center, its passengers don’t have difficulties getting there. They use public transport, local taxis, or private transfers to get to their destination.

Taxi from Santos Dumont Airport

There are two types of taxis operating here: metered and fixed rate ones. The latter may be more expensive, however, they may be good in case you’re leaving the air hub at the rush hours when there are lots of traffic jams. You pay for this taxi in the arrivals area and then give your driver the voucher. If you hire a cab outside the terminal, be ready to give the driver the written name and address of your hotel, as most taxi drivers in Rio don’t speak English. On average, getting from Santos Dumont terminals to Ipanema or Copacabana costs 50 BRL (around $14). At night hours, taxi fares are higher.

Transfer from Santos Dumont Airport

A private transfer will be a good choice if you don’t want to face language problems, stand in a line and wait. The booking can be made on the website in just a few steps. As the Kiwitaxi transfer service offers English-speaking support, you may always easily ask all your questions about the ride. When you arrive at the air hub, your driver will already be standing there ready to pick you up. The price for a Micro-class transfer from Rio Santos Dumont Airport to Ipanema or Copacabana is $45. Trips to other districts and nearby locations are available, too. The option of a transfer will provide you with the maximum possible comfort: you’ll travel to your destination in an air-conditioned car driven by a professional and friendly driver. 

Public Transportation from Santos Dumont Airport

There are a few bus lines running between Santos Dumont and Galeao airports via Rio (N 2145, 2018, 2101). Ticket offices can be found inside the terminal. Fares start from 14 BRL (around $4). 

Also, one may use a tram which runs from Santos Dumont to downtown Rio. Such a ride will cost 3.8 BRL (around $1).

Public transport doesn’t operate round the clock. If your flight arrives around midnight or even later, the best travel option will be a pre-booked airport transfer or a taxi.

Useful Information

Santos Dumont Airport has only one terminal which is, however, equipped with all the facilities needed.