GIG to SDU: how to transfer in Rio de Janeiro
Best way to get from Galeão (Antonio Carlos Jobim) to Santos Dumont — fares, times, and what to avoid.
BRT/Frescão Premium bus (Real Auto Ônibus 2018)
Direct, air-con, luggage racks. Runs every 30 min.
Airport-rank 'taxi especial' quotes flat R$ 150–200 for this run. Use Uber or the Premium bus.
Other ways to make the transfer
Uber / 99
Fastest but traffic through Centro is unpredictable.
Taxi Comum (metered)
Insist on meter (bandeira 2 after 8pm/weekends).
Before you go
- SDU is downtown at the harbour; GIG is on Governor's Island
- Rush-hour (7–10am, 5–8pm) can double the drive time
Full airport guides
This guide covers the transfer in both directions — the route, fares, and times are the same GIG ↔ SDU.
FAQ
What's the fastest way from GIG to SDU?
BRT/Frescão Premium bus (Real Auto Ônibus 2018) — about 60–80 min for R$ 21. Direct, air-con, luggage racks. Runs every 30 min.
How much time should I leave between flights at GIG and SDU?
We recommend at least 3 hours door to door, accounting for baggage claim, transfer, check-in, and security.
How far is SDU from GIG?
About 22 km across Rio de Janeiro.
What should I avoid when transferring GIG to SDU?
Airport-rank 'taxi especial' quotes flat R$ 150–200 for this run. Use Uber or the Premium bus.