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Cheap car hire at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport
| Economy | €24/day |
| Compact | €29/day |
| Intermediate | €40/day |
| Passenger van | €83/day |
| Supplier choice | €31/day |
| Intermediate SUV | €40/day |
Top tips for hiring a car at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport
- Car hire at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is a good option to explore the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro in comfort directly from the airport, avoiding the need to negotiate and navigate busy public transport options. At less than a mile from the city centre, the airport is conveniently located to help you get on your way quickly and easily around the city and surrounding area, and you will reach famous central attractions such as the Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana beaches within a short drive with your hired vehicle.
- Rio de Janeiro and the surrounding state has excellent driving infrastructure and road networks. You can explore the nearby peninsular of Buzios or the spectacular bay of Paraty, or head to the nearby national parks and mountain ranges. The coastal route 101 runs for around 375 miles and will take you from Rio all the way to Sao Paulo, taking in many places along the coastline. Expect higher speed limits on major highways in comparison to European standards.
- Rio de Janeiro Airport can be remarkably busy, particularly in the rush hours between 17:00-19:00. Try to avoid these hours, if possible, when retuning your car hire to the airport or give yourself extra time. It may be worth taking advantage of the mid-afternoon lull for an easier journey. You can find several refreshment outlets on the first floor of the departure’s terminal. There is also a restaurant and travel agency in the arrival’s hall, near to the car hire rental desks.
- You can find several petrol stations on Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport grounds. In case you need to refuel before returning your car rental, the nearest one is central to the airport and near to the tram stop. There is also an electrical vehicle charging station on Avenida Presidente Antonio Carlos slightly further afield but within a few minutes’ drive if you have hired an electric car.
- Book your car hire at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about hiring a car at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport
Where are the car hire facilities located at Rio de Janeiro Airport?
On arrival at the airport, you will find Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport car hire rental desks situated in the arrival’s hall. Turn left immediately after you leave the baggage claim area and you will reach the counters within a few steps, walking in the direction of the Bossa Nova Mall. The car hire desks are located on the right-hand side.
What documentation is needed for car hire at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport?
Drivers must be at least 21 years of age to hire a car at Rio de Janeiro Airport. A full valid driving licence is required which must have been held for at least 2 years and an International Driving Permit is advisable if you are a UK driver. You must also present another form of photo ID, namely, a passport and a valid international credit card to complete your booking. Remember to bring a printout of your booking confirmation voucher or an electronic confirmation.
Which car hire at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport is easiest to access?
You can locate all the rental desks in the arrival hall easily within just a few steps from the baggage reclaim. However, if you use Alamo car rental, you can benefit from using their express check-in service which will save you time queuing at the counter. You can provide all your details online prior to your arrival and your car will then be ready to collect. You can also use the handy Alamo Rent-A-Car App which will let you modify your booking and direct you to the pick-up location. The main office is located on Av Almirante Silvio de Noronha and is open from 06:00 to 23:00.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, MOVIDA , National, Serve Sul Rent a Car, and Unidas.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport car rental reviews and directory
MOVIDA
8.0
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2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
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8.0
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7.0
Value for money
8.0
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8.0 Very Good
Mar 2023
8.0 Very Good
Apr 2022
Hertz
7.8
Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
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FOCO
4.0
Mediocre
3 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
4.0
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
8.0 Very Good
May 2022
Avis
2.0
Poor
2 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
2.0
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3.2 Poor
Jan 2017
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It was a terrible experience. First at booking it said that the car will be at the airport, but it was not, we had to wait in the heat for a long time to be picked up. Then we waited a long time to get our car, almost 1 hour. Then the car was so small, that a normal suitcase did not fit in the trunkLocaliza
7.3
Good
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Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
9.3
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National
6.4
Okay
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8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
8.0
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6.0
Okay
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6.0
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6.0
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6.0
Value for money
6.0
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Unidas
5.0
Fair
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Value for money
5.0
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Budget
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4.4 Mediocre
Oct 2018
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Budget is not giving back my deposit after 2 weeks10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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It was super easy to pick up the car from Santos Dumont Airport. The car was clean and in excelent conditions. Drop of was even easyer. Unlike most rental places, the staff here was super helpfull and friendly.2.0 Poor
May 2018
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I didnt rent a car because some problem in my credit card, but I have an 88$ charge in my credit card by budget. Im waiting for the refund as the worker told me. Can you do it a little bit faster?Locauto Rent a Car
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NovaCar Rent a Car
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Serve Sul Rent a Car
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