Arriving in Brazil

Brazil has numerous airports that offer direct flights to and from major international destinations. The primary hubs for entering the country are Rio de Janeiro's Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, commonly known as Galeão (GIG), São Paulo International Airport (GRU), and Campinas-Viracopos International Airport (VCP). Both São Paulo and Campinas serve multiple daily flights o and from Rio de Janeiro.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro and Transportation to the Convention Centre and Hotels**

Galeão International Airport (GIG) is situated 38 kilometers from the Windsor Oceânico Convention Centre via the expressway. Transfer times can vary between 35 to 70 minutes, depending on the chosen route and the time of day.

Rio de Janeiro's Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) exclusively operates domestic flights to and from locations within 500 km of the city. It is conveniently located in downtown Rio. The transfer time to the convention center can vary significantly, taking anywhere from 35 to 70 minutes, largely depending on traffic conditions. On certain weekdays and times, your route may even follow the beautiful shoreline.

If you are arriving in Brazil via São Paulo International Airport (GRU), it may be more convenient to take a connecting flight to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) rather than to Galeão Airport (GIG). The view during landings and takoffs from SDU is simply stunning.

However, if you enter through Guarulhos Airport (GRU) and choose to connect to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), be mindful not to book a flight departing from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in downtown São Paulo. If you do, you will need to travel between GRU and CGH by bus, which can take a considerable amount of time due to traffic jams. Additionally, it is likely that you will arrive at JFK in New York and connect to your next flight from LaGuardia Airport.

Official taxis (yellow) and Uber are common and reliable transportation options in Rio de Janeiro. Special taxi companies are also available at the airport. Public transportation exists, but its efficiency may vary depending on the area of the city. Note that there are no metro or train lines connecting Galeão Airport to the rest of the city. However, subway and train lines can be easily accessed from Santos Dumont Airport with a short ride on the light rail (VLT).

Recently, a new multimodal transportation terminal was inaugurated in downtown Rio de Janeiro, known as the Kindness Terminal (“Terminal Gentileza”). An express bus line connects Rio de Janeiro International Airport to this terminal, operating every 20 minutes in both directions. The terminal is integrated with the light rail (VLT), which allows connections to Santos Dumont Airport and various subway stations along the route, passing by attractions such as Tomorrow's Museum, the Rio Aquarium, and the Rio Museum of Art. While this route is pleasant for sightseeing, it may be slower for transfers.

Recommended Transfer options

ㅤㅤOption 1: Regular Official Taxi

Official Airport Taxi (Recommended) (yellow taxi)( up to 3 people, depending on the luggage size):

Estimated cost of the ride (GIG-Convention Center): ~USD 32.

Estimated cost of the ride (SDU-Convention Center): ~USD 26.
Note: An WTC-2026 booth and meeting point will be set at the international and domestic flight arrival rooms the Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG), before the exit to the hall. Look for the WTC 2026 banner.

Several official taxicab booths are also located in the same area. Always prefer the pre-paid fares. You may choose between the Yellow Cab or one of the Special Taxi companies. Credit cards are accepted.

If you are familiar with Brazil and Rio, you may exit the arrival room and pick a taxi at the taxi waiting line (just outside) and pay the ride marked on the taximeter (counter). Just be sure to pick an official Yellow Airport Taxi.

Important: No tips are needed for Uber and Taxi in Rio de Janeiro. If you wish to give a tip it is never more than 10%. On the other hand, taxis are allowed to charge a fixed value per each luggage volume. The value is added to the taximeter (counter) value.

ㅤㅤOption 2: Booked Transfers (Recommended)

Organized with the partner Travel Agency Follow Up Tours and Events

Prices are valid for the conference and correspond to one way transfer Airport to Hotel or Hotel to Airport.

Fixed Rates for the WTC 2026 Congress:

ㅤSedan: USD 66
ㅤㅤNote: up to 3 people with small luggage. If large luggage: 2 people per car.
ㅤVan: USD 215.
ㅤㅤNote: up to 9 people with small luggage. If large luggage: max 8 people per van.

To book your transfer and contact the travel agent, follow the link below:
https://www.net-expert.com/followuptour/Evento/intermag2024

Note: If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact wtc

ㅤㅤOption 3: Uber (only Comfort or Black are recommended)

Estimated cost of the ride: USD 27 - 34

ㅤNotes:
ㅤㅤ- values depending on the car category and traffic conditions;
ㅤㅤ- up to 3 people, depending on the size of luggage pieces.

Uber boarding points are well signed at and outside the GIG arrival rooms. Follow the instructions.

ㅤㅤOption 4 (For Adventurers only): Public Transportation Transfer

ㅤGaleão Airport to/from Convention Centre
ㅤㅤEstimated total cost: USD 8.74 - 28.24
ㅤㅤEstimated total transfer time: 54min - 1h34min+

Note: The conference organisers recommend using public transportation only if you have time and are not carrying your luggage.