Brasília International Airport is the main airport of Brazil's federal capital, a planned city and UNESCO World Heritage site for its modernist architecture, approximately 11 km from the city center.
Due to its central location in the country, it also serves as an important connection hub for domestic flights.
How to get to Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport
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Average travel time to BSB
Parking near Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport
The official parking (Estapar) is located in front of the terminal.
Hourly rate from 23 BRL without advance booking (schedule effective July 1, 2026); book online in advance to receive up to 50% off.
How to get to Brasilia from BSB
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Car rental at Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport
Well-known car rental brands have a desk in the arrivals area.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card are required, along with an International Driving Permit in the majority of cases.
Hotels near Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport
Near the airport
About a 2-minute walk from the terminal and 1 from the bus station depending on the building; 20-30 minutes by car from the Setor Hoteleiro outside rush hour.
Best for: For those with a dawn flight or a short overnight stay between two flights, without entering the city.
- The only international chain hotel literally inside the airport grounds
- Taxis and the Linha Executivo run directly to Setor Hoteleiro Sul e Norte
- Area meant purely for transit, no restaurants or evening life on foot
- Far from the monuments and Lake Paranoá, a car is always needed to see the city
Recommended hotels
- ibis Styles Brasilia Aeroporto A 2-minute walk from the terminal and 1 from the bus station depending on the building; pool, gym and spa, among the highest scores in this guide. View availability
- Hotel MM AEROPORTO BRASÍLIA In Núcleo Bandeirante, a few minutes from the terminal; a simple property, useful for those seeking a lower rate near the airport. View availability
Setor Hoteleiro Sul e Norte (Eixo Monumental)
About 14 km from the terminal, 20-30 minutes by car outside rush hour, over 40 at peak times; also served by the Linha Executivo Aeroporto.
Best for: Goes for the ministries, the Rodoviária and Niemeyer's monuments a short walk away.
- More chain hotels than anywhere else in Brasília, in the heart of the Eixo Monumental
- A short walk from the Rodoviária and the Esplanada dos Ministérios
- Sector built for offices and conferences, little to do on foot in the evening outside the hotels
- Further from Lake Paranoá and the Palácio da Alvorada than the lakeside area
Recommended hotels
- Kubitschek Plaza Hotel A 5-minute walk from the Esplanada dos Ministérios, in the Setor Hoteleiro Norte; pool, spa and two restaurants, among the city's most praised hotels. View availability
- Meliá Brasil 21 In the Setor Hoteleiro Sul, with a gym of over 1,000 m² among the largest in Brazil and rooms with city views. View availability
- Comfort Suites Brasília In the Setor Hoteleiro Norte, more affordable than the other chains in the area; outdoor pool and buffet breakfast included. View availability
Lago Sul and Palácio da Alvorada
About 15-20 minutes by car from the terminal depending on traffic, a little further than Setor Hoteleiro Sul e Norte.
Best for: Looks for the city's top-end hotels, overlooking Lake Paranoá near the Palácio da Alvorada.
- Hotels overlooking Lake Paranoá, with some of the city's largest pools and spas
- Quieter neighbourhood in the evening than the Setor Hoteleiro
- Fewer independent restaurants nearby, guests often stay in the hotel
- Further on foot from the ministries and the Rodoviária than the Eixo Monumental
Recommended hotels
- Brasília Palace Hotel Designed by Oscar Niemeyer in 1958 on the shores of Lake Paranoá, Brazil's first historic hotel recognised by the Ministry of Tourism; reopened in 2006 after a fire. View availability
- Royal Tulip Brasília Alvorada On the shores of Lake Paranoá next to the Palácio da Alvorada, with three restaurants and two outdoor pools; among the highest scores in this guide. View availability
- Golden Tulip Brasília Alvorada In the same complex as the Royal Tulip, architecture by Ruy Ohtake; more affordable for those who still want to stay by the lake. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The recently renovated terminal is modern and well-organized. From check-in to gate, the walk is typically 10–15 minutes.
During peak traffic periods, controls take longer: it is better to allow 3 hours in advance for international flights.
Map of Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What to see in Brasília with a long layover?
The Eixo Monumental, the architectural heart of the UNESCO World Heritage city, with the Cathedral and National Congress designed by Oscar Niemeyer: just 20-25 minutes from the airport.
Q. Is Brasília Airport a good hub for domestic connections?
Yes, given its central location in the country it's among the main connecting points for Brazilian domestic flights.
Q. Is Brasília a UNESCO World Heritage site?
Yes, since 1987: with just 27 years since its founding in 1960, it was the youngest city ever inscribed on the World Heritage list, a recognition tied to its unique modernist urban plan.
Q. Do I need a visa for Brazil when arriving in Brasília?
The same rules apply to all entries into the country: it depends on nationality, with an e-visa required since April 2025 for citizens of the US, Canada and Australia.
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