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Why book your airport transfer with us?

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Are you planning your next trip to Rio de Janeiro and looking for fast and convenient airport taxi transfers? HolidayTaxis’ ground transport services are your answer. We provide a wide range of transfers to suit your needs and budgets. HolidayTaxis has more than 18 years of experience in providing transport services worldwide. Pre-book your Rio de Janeiro airport transfers with us and start enjoying your holiday sooner. Our door to door services will get you directly to your hotel or private accommodation in comfort and style.

Collage of images of Bondinho do Pão de Açúcar, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (with the cable car), Christ the Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro beach

Transfer options from/to Rio de Janeiro

Our private vehicles include standard and premium private taxis and minibuses available to pre-book with English, Portuguese or Spanish speaking drivers. The premium taxi and minibus transfers include Meet & Greet services. All our vehicles are regularly serviced, cleaned and fully-insured. Your booking voucher will include all the information you need: a meeting point with your driver, phone number on your driver and a customer service number. Book now and arrive in style with pre-booked Rio de Janeiro airport transfers from HolidayTaxis.

Popular Rio de Janeiro transfer destinations and journey times

- Rio de Janeiro city downtown, 70 minutes.

- Sao Conrado, 60 minutes.

- Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra, 150 minutes.

- Buzios, 180 minutes.

Our transfer prices are subject to seasonal changes as well as being fixed and fully inclusive with no hidden costs. Complete the form at the top of this page with your travel details to establish the choice of vehicles available.

Arriving at Rio de Janeiro International Airport

When you pre-book your Rio de Janeiro airport transfer with HolidayTaxis, you can rest assured that our friendly, professional drivers will be ready and waiting to whisk you away to your destination. Travel in comfort with a driver who speaks your language and who can provide valuable advice about Rio de Janeiro and its surroundings. 

What to do in Rio de Janeiro?

One of the most visited cities in the southern hemisphere, Rio de Janeiro is best known for its samba, beaches, football, towering Christ the Redeemer statue (which watches over the city) and for its colourful Carnival; this world-renowned event takes place every February and is widely acknowledged as the biggest party on earth. Copacabana Beach, its 2.5 mile stretch of sand, is world-famous and the perfect place to catch some rays and enjoy beach volleyball and football.

Ascend the Corcovado mountain to get up close to the Christ the Redeemer statue and not forgetting nearby Sugarloaf mountain where you can ride the cable car up and enjoy stunning views. If you enjoy natural wonders then take a trip to the stunning Jardim Botânico for a chance to glimpse toucans, sloths and tortoises amongst 140-hectares of charming greenery and also the Parque Lage, an opulent mansion turned public park. 

For a surreal experience escape to Largo do Boticário, a square full of neocolonial houses which have long since been abandoned and enveloped by the surrounding rainforest foliage. Be immersed in Rio’s vibrant musical heritage at the Pedra do Sal district also known as ‘Little Africa’ or for the finest food and ingredients the Feira Livre da Glória weekly Sunday market. If you're fortunate enough to be in town for a football game, a visit to the Maracana Stadium is simply a once-in-a-lifetime experience for footie fans. 

Take a visit to the Museum of Tomorrow which was voted ‘Best Innovative Green Building’ a few years back, plus some other architecturally interesting buildings include the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Check out the affluent Sao Conrado, with its mansions and wealthy neighbourhoods, on the side of the Pedra de Gavea mountain, to see the contrast between this and the impoverished favelas which make up much of the city's neighbourhoods. 

Whichever way you plan to enjoy Rio de Janeiro, you are sure to have a truly memorable holiday in one of the most vibrant and dynamic cities you will ever experience. If you are heading to Rio, especially for Carnival, not only should you be sure to book your flights and hotel as soon as possible, but also your airport transfer; at this time of year, the airport and the city become extremely crowded.

Where is Rio de Janeiro Airport?

Rio de Janeiro International Airport, also known as Galeão-Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, is located 12 miles (20 km) north of Rio de Janeiro downtown. The airport is named after the beach (Praia do Galeão) which lies opposite the passenger terminal.

Address: Av. 20 de Janeiro, s/nº - Rio de Janeiro - RJ, CEP: 21942-900

Phone: +55 21 3004-6050

Website: http://www.aeroportogaleao.net

FAQs - Rio de Janeiro airport transfers

What is the best airport to fly into for Rio de Janeiro?

The majority of flights to the city land at Galeão-Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, making it the better choice for international visitors.

How far is Rio de Janeiro Airport from Copacabana?

The airport is 14 miles (24 km) from Copacabana, just under an hour away by taxi.

 

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Types of HolidayTaxis transfer vehicles
March 31, 2023

At HolidayTaxis, we recognize that every traveler is different and may have their own preferences and requirements for their airport transfers. To accommodate this, we offer a diverse range of transfer vehicles for our customers to choose from, each with its own set of benefits and advantages.

For example, if you're traveling in a large group, our minibus or shared airport shuttle transfers might be the best option for you, as they can comfortably accommodate a larger number of passengers and their luggage. On the other hand, if you're traveling with just one or two companions, a private car may be more suitable for you as they offer a more intimate and personalised experience.