Car Rental at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont

Cheapest car rental rates
Fiat Mobi
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Onix
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Virtus
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen T-Cross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Peugeot 208
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Up
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai HB20
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Mobi
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Argo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Mobi
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai HB20
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Gol
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Mobi
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai HB20
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


GM Onix
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Mobi
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Argo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Mobi
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Argo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Pulse
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Nivus
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai HB20
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Dacia Duster
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai HB20
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai Creta
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Kicks
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen T-Cross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Yaris
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Saveiro
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Chevrolet Onix
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Cronos
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Cronos
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Virtus
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Virtus
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Fiorino
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Pulse
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Nivus
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Pulse
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen T-Cross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen T-Cross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen T-Cross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Jeep Compass
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Cronos
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Fiorino
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat Strada
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Jeep Commander
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Tiguan
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Why book with us?




- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Airport travel guide
- Top international routes
- Main airlines
- Terminals
- Location
- Most popular types of rental car
- Car rental desks
- Services and facilities
- Nearest gas station
- Popular one-way rentals
- Airport info
- Top 20 locations near Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont
- Car rental statistics
- Top 6 suppliers at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Airport travel guide

Santos Dumont Airport is the closest airport to downtown Rio de Janeiro and, therefore, the most convenient airport in the city for travelers. The airport only has domestic flights, though. The larger Galeao International Airport, in the northern part of the city, hosts all of the city’s international flights in addition to many domestic flights. This is due in part to restrictions that cap the number of takeoffs or landings per hour at Santos Dumont.
If you are flying from one of the main Brazilian cities, Santos Dumont is the perfect destination. Rental cars are readily available and are convenient for reaching gorgeous beach destinations near the city.
The busiest route in Brazil is the route from Santos Dumont to São Paulo’s Congonhas Airport.
Top international routes
- Sao Paulo
- Brasilia
- Belo Horizonte
Main airlines
The largest airlines serving Santos Dumont are Azul Brazilian Airlines, Gol Airlines, and LATAM Brazil all flying to larger domestic destinations.
Terminals
There are two terminals at the airport, one for arrivals and one for departures. The departures terminal is a new terminal built for the 2007 Pan American Games.
Location
Santos Dumont is located next to downtown Rio on a small peninsula jutting out into Guanabara Bay. Aside from being able to reach downtown in a matter of minutes, travelers can also reach the rest of the city very easily. For example, Ipanema is only 12 miles away, a drive that takes as little as 20 minutes.
Most popular types of rental car
- Small cars - from $19 per day
- Medium cars - from $20 per day
- Large cars - from $27 per day
- SUVs - from $32 per day
- Premium cars - from $115 per day
- Vans - from $54 per day
Car rental desks
Movida and Avis have desks in the arrivals terminal of the airport. Alamo is located in the building next to the airport.
Services and facilities
Santos Dumont Airport has all of the services and facilities one would expect of a major domestic airport.
If you have an early morning departure or arrive late, there are a few hotels close to the airport that are convenient. The Prodigy Hotel is located on the airport’s grounds just next to the passenger terminals. An ibis and Novotel, both with lower rates than the Prodigy Hotel, are located about 1km away from the airport. They reportedly offer a shuttle from the airport but require a payment for a ride to the airport. Of course, they are close enough that guests can actually just walk if they would like to.
The airport has one lounge, an Advantage lounge, which is available to domestic passengers. The airport also has ATMs, a currency exchange office, luggage storage, and free Wi-Fi. Once past security, there are various restaurants and cafes.
While there is a currency exchange office at the airport, it is likely to have worse rates than what you can find in the city. It is advisable to either take out money from an ATM (being careful of any commissions charged) or to exchange as little as possible and exchange more money once you are in the city. Though using your credit or debit card to pay for things will likely give you the best rate possible, you will likely need cash in Brazil. Many smaller shops and restaurants don’t accept cards.
Nearest gas station
The nearest gas station to Santos Dumont Airport is a Petrobras station near Rua Jardel Jercolis. To reach it, exit from the main road just before the exit to the airport. Navigate through the crowd of parked cars to the station. After you fill up exit on the same road you entered in the direction of the airport. You will rejoin the road to the airport.
If traveling from the north, exit towards the airport and make a small circle to reach the station. Note that the prices may be higher due to the station's location. It may be beneficial to fill up earlier and just top of the tank immediately before returning the car.
Popular one-way rentals
- Sao Paulo
- Brasilia
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Airport info
Top 20 locations near Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont
- Niteroi Sao Lourencofrom $30.03 per day5.6 km / 3.48 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Copacabanafrom $20.40 per day5.7 km / 3.54 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro (Downtown)from $33.11 per day6 km / 3.73 miles away
- Niteroi (Downtown)from $25.80 per day8.6 km / 5.34 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Southwestfrom $22.40 per day8.9 km / 5.53 miles away
- Rio De Janeiro Leblonfrom $27.55 per day9.9 km / 6.15 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Gaveafrom $47.13 per day10 km / 6.21 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Cachambifrom $30.74 per day11.7 km / 7.27 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Airport Areafrom $24.04 per day13 km / 8.08 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Airport Galeaofrom $17.44 per day13.6 km / 8.45 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Anilfrom $25.80 per day18.5 km / 11.5 miles away
- Duque de Caxias (Downtown)from $29.10 per day18.6 km / 11.56 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca Eastfrom $25.09 per day19.3 km / 11.99 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Oswaldo Cruz19.7 km / 12.24 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca Av. das Americasfrom $23.45 per day20 km / 12.43 miles away
- Rio De Janeiro Centro Metropolitanofrom $29.72 per day22 km / 13.67 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijucafrom $29.72 per day23.1 km / 14.35 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Jardim Sulacapfrom $33.00 per day24.6 km / 15.29 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca Ribaltafrom $25.73 per day27.1 km / 16.84 miles away
- Rio de Janeiro Recreio dos Bandeirantesfrom $28.54 per day32.7 km / 20.32 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
When to book at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont?
The cost of renting a car at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthNovember | Most expensive month December | ||
| Average price $26 | A good deal $29 | Cheapest supplier Foco | Cheapest car type Small cars |
$30
in January
$32
in February
$27
in March
$36
in April
$29
in May
$31
in June
$35
in July
$30
in August
$31
in September
$27
in October
$26
in November
$50
in December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont is November — when rental costs average $26.48 per day. This is -2% cheaper than the yearly average and 47% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average $50.32 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont, travelers are most likely to rent a car in February, while they are least likely to rent in in June.
2.3 times in January
2.6 times in February
1.2 times in March
1.3 times in April
0.5 times in May
0.3 times in June
0.5 times in July
0.5 times in August
0.5 times in September
0.3 times in October
0.6 times in November
1.3 times in December
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in June the average rental period is 11 days, while in February, the average rental period is only 7 days.
8 days in January
7 days in February
8 days in March
7 days in April
8 days in May
11 days in June
8 days in July
9 days in August
8 days in September
9 days in October
7 days in November
8 days in December
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Foco, Localiza, Movida, Unidas, National |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, large cars, SUVs, medium cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $19 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Foco |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Localiza | Fiat Mobi | 2 | 2 | Small car |
| Foco | Fiat Mobi | 4 | 2 | Small car |
| Foco | Volkswagen Polo | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Localiza | Volkswagen T-Cross | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Localiza | Hyundai HB20 | 2 | 2 | Small car |
| Foco | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
| Localiza | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 2 | Large car |
| Localiza | Fiat Argo | 2 | 3 | Small car |
| Foco | Fiat Mobi | 4 | 2 | Small car |
| Foco | Fiat Cronos | 5 | 1 | Large car |
Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont
Car rental statistics
Top 6 suppliers at Rio de Janeiro Airport Santos Dumont in 2026






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