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Brasilia International Airport Guide Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek (BSB)

Airport info
Code: BSB
Address:
Brasilia (DF), Brasilia, Brazil
Location:

The airport is situated 15km (9 miles) south of Brasilia.

Number of terminals: 2 Dialling code: +55
Telephone:
(61) 364 9000.
Timezone: GMT -2:00

Here you'll find essential information on Brasilia International Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Airport news: 

A new second terminal opened at the airport in the summer of 2010, housed in the former general aviation centre. Further upgrades are in progress in preparation for Brazil's hosting of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, including renovation and enlargement of Terminal 1 and the car parks.

Information: 

The information desk is situated inside the Departures hall and offers tourist information, as well as a range of leaflets, maps and brochures. There is also a touch-screen information terminal.

Website: 
www.infraero.gov.br
Transfer between terminals: 

There is a shuttle service between the terminals.

Driving directions: 

The airport lies on the Rodovia do Aeroporto, off the Eixao (Sul) Highway and 15km (9 miles) south of Brasilia city centre.

Public Transport

Public transport road: 

Bus: Bus 102 runs to the bus station in the centre of Brasilia (journey time: 30 minutes). Microbuses 30 and 11 run from the airport to the bus station in the centre of Brasilia. Long distance interstate coaches connect Brasilia with other major centres around the country from the city centre bus station. All transport to the city centre can be accessed directly outside the terminal building after baggage reclaim.

Taxi: Taxis are available 24 hours a day. They are the easiest and fastest way to get to the city centre (journey time: 15 minutes).
 

Terminal facilities

Money: 

There are two banks, six ATMs and a post office at the airport. The bureau de change is located at the Banco do Brasil.

Food: 

The restaurant is open 1100-2300 daily. In addition, there are a variety of snack bars, two of which are open 24 hours.

Shopping: 

There are nearly 140 shops at the airport, including duty-free, music and gift shops.

Luggage: 

A left-luggage facility is available.

Other: 

There is a first aid station and a travel agent at the airport. There are four theatres.

Airport facilities

Facilities description: 

The airport is equipped with TTDs, disabled toilets, lifts and ramps. Assistance is available and wheelchairs can be provided. Passengers should contact the information desk inside the Departures hall for assistance. There are first aid and medical facilities available (including Yellow Fever vaccinations) 24 hours a day in Arrivals.

Conference and business: 

There is a VIP lounge at the airport. Although there are no conference facilities at the airport, the post office (open 24 hours) has telephones and fax machines for business use.

Car parking: 

Long- and short-term parking is available for 800 cars in the airport car park, which is located within easy walking distance of the terminal.

Car rental: 

Car hire companies include Disbrave, Hertz, Interlocadora, Localiza, Locarauto and Unidas.

Airport hotels

There are no hotels at Brasília International Airport. The majority of the city's accommodation is situated in the central district hotel sector. Brasilia Tourist Information (tel: (61) 364 9488) at the airport can book rooms in advance or upon arrival.

Eron

The 4-star Enron hotel is situated in the hotel district of Brasilia.

Telephone: (61) 329 4000.
Kubitschek Plaza

Kubitschek Plaza is a 15 minute drive from Brasília International Airport and has a sauna and restaurant on-site.

Telephone: (61) 3329 3333.
Website:
www.kubitschek.com.br
Manhattan Plaza

Manhattan Plaza is located 15 minutes' drive from Brasilia International Airport. The hotel has extensive meeting and conference facilities as well as a restaurant and swimming pool.

Telephone: (61) 3319 3060.
Website:
www.kubitschek.com.br
Torre Palace

Torre Palace is located a short drive from Brasilia International Airport. The hotel has a range of dining options.

Telephone: (61) 3961 5555.
Website:
www.torrepalace.com.br

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