Cuiabá Airport (Marechal Rondon) serves the capital of Mato Grosso state, approximately 8 km from the city center.
It is the primary air gateway to the northern Pantanal, one of the world's largest wetlands and a premier destination for wildlife observation.
How to get to Marechal Rondon Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to CGB
Parking near Marechal Rondon Airport
The airport's official parking area is located in front of the terminal.
It is not staffed but is video-monitored; approximately 8-10 BRL/hour with a capped daily rate.
How to get to Cuiabá from CGB
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Marechal Rondon Airport
Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for those organizing independent access to the northern Pantanal along the Transpantaneira.
Bring driver's license, passport, and credit card registered to the driver for the security deposit; an International Driving Permit (IDP) is generally required as well. A vehicle with good ground clearance is recommended for the region's unpaved roads.
Hotels near Marechal Rondon Airport
Center and Centro Norte
About 8 km from the Marechal Rondon terminal, 15-20 minutes by car outside of traffic.
Best for: Prefers to move around on foot between the cathedral, historic squares and the main sights of the capital of Mato Grosso.
- The largest concentration of chain and independent hotels in all of Cuiabá
- A few steps from the Catedral Basílica and the Centro Geodésico da América do Sul
- Heavy traffic in the historic center during the day
- A few extra minutes to Avenida Rubens de Mendonça and the newer venues
Recommended hotels
- Mato Grosso Palace Hotel On Rua Joaquim Murtinho, a few steps from the Catedral Basílica do Senhor Bom Jesus; 24 hour gym and valet parking. View availability
- Hotel Deville Prime Cuiabá On Avenida Isaac Póvoas, in Centro Norte; outdoor pool, game room and rooms with 43-inch smart TVs, among the highest scores in this guide. View availability
- Amazon Plaza Hotel On Avenida Presidente Getúlio Vargas, in Centro Norte; pool, gym and business center, a few minutes' walk from the Cine Teatro Cuiabá. View availability
Avenida Rubens de Mendonça
About 15-20 minutes by car from the terminal depending on traffic, a bit farther than the historic center.
Best for: For those basing themselves for business or trade fairs, along the city's most modern commercial axis.
- Newer buildings and hotels along the city's commercial axis
- A panoramic top-floor restaurant with views over the Pantanal plains
- Few historic points of interest within walking distance
- A neighborhood built for offices, with little activity on weekends
Coxipó
About 15 minutes by car from the historic center, a bit farther from the terminal than the other areas in this guide.
Best for: For those staying several days who want a greener neighborhood, along the Coxipó river.
- 5 minutes' walk from the Rio Coxipó and Zé Bolo Flô park
- A quieter, less busy area than the historic center
- Far from the monuments of the historic center, a car or taxi is always needed
- Few independent restaurants in the immediate vicinity
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for regional traffic. From check-in to gate, the walk is typically 10 minutes.
The heat is intense virtually year-round: plan accordingly with appropriate attire upon arrival. Customs and security controls can require more time than expected: for international flights, it is advisable to arrive with at least 3 hours in advance.
Map of Marechal Rondon Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you organize a visit to the Pantanal from Cuiabá?
Almost always through a specialized operator, who arranges the transfer (often several hours on dirt roads along the Transpantaneira) and the stay at a lodge with safaris included.
Q. Is it worth renting a car for the Pantanal?
It's possible for those who want to explore independently, but it requires a vehicle suited to dirt roads; most visitors prefer an organized tour with a local guide, more practical for wildlife spotting.
Q. Is there phone coverage in the Pantanal?
Generally absent or very limited at the more remote lodges: get a local SIM already at the airport if you plan to stay in Cuiabá for a few days.
Q. Is Cuiabá near the geographic centre of South America?
Yes, a city monument (the Marco Geodésico) marks the point identified as the geographic centre of the South American continent, one of the city's lesser-known curiosities.
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