Cataratas International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (IGU)

Foz do Iguazu Airport serves the eponymous city at the junction of Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay, providing access to the famous Iguazu Falls, a UNESCO natural heritage site, about 13 km from the city center and very close to the Brazilian side of the falls.

It ranks among Brazil's most important tourist airports due to the unique natural attraction it serves.

Content verified on 03/09/2026

Official source: aeroportos.motiva.com.br/foz-do-iguacu-pr

How to get to Cataratas International Airport

The city centre of Foz do Iguaçu is approximately 13 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 20-25 minutes by taxi. The National Park with the Brazilian side of the falls is even closer, at approximately 10 minutes.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the city center in approximately 20-25 minutes; the entrance to the National Falls Park (Brazilian side) is just 10 minutes away.

By Train

Foz do Iguaçu does not have a rail or metro network.

By Bus

A public bus connects the airport to both the city center and directly to the entrance of Iguazu National Park.

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Tips If your plan is to visit the falls on the same day of arrival, the airport is convenient: the National Park is just 10 minutes away. For the Argentine side of the falls, verify the necessary documents for border crossing and separate visa requirements for Argentina.

Average travel time to IGU

TrainNot available

Shuttle bus20-25 minutes (downtown), 10 minutes (National Park)

Taxi / Private hire20-25 minutes (downtown), 10 minutes (National Park)

Parking near Cataratas International Airport

The airport's official parking area is located in front of the terminal.

It is not staffed but has video surveillance; approximately 10 BRL/hour, with a reasonable daily maximum rate.

How to get to Foz Do Iguaçu from IGU

By Train

Foz do Iguaçu does not have a rail/metro network.

By Bus

A public bus connects the airport to the city center and the entrance to the Iguazu Falls National Park.

By Taxi

Official taxis wait in the arrivals area; approximately 50-70 BRL (10-14 USD) to the city center, 25-30 BRL to the National Park.

Airport transfers you can book in advance

Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.

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Car rental at Cataratas International Airport

Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for visiting both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the falls, as well as the Itaipú dam.

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, particularly helpful here given proximity to the borders with Argentina and Paraguay.

Hotels near Cataratas International Airport

Foz do Iguaçu airport is just 4 km from the National Park entrance and 12 km from downtown, about 20 minutes by taxi. Line 120 links the airport, Avenida das Cataratas and the Park on a single route. Those coming only for the falls with a tight flight schedule save time by sleeping along Avenida das Cataratas, 10-15 minutes from both the airport and the park entrance; those who also want to experience the city, with restaurants and the nearby Triple Frontier, choose the Centro, 20 minutes from the terminal. A single property is actually located inside the park, overlooking the falls.

Neighbourhood

Inside the National Park

the airport is 4 km from the park entrance; the hotel can only be reached with an internal park transfer, not by a regular taxi

Best for: for those who prefer to see the falls at dawn or sunset without the crowds of day visitors

Pros

the only property with direct access to the falls before and after public opening hours
immersed in the park's forest, no city noise

Cons

rates markedly higher than any other area
you still need to leave the park to dine in the city

Recommended hotels

Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls the only hotel inside the park, a few steps from the falls, with reserved access before opening to the public View availability

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Neighbourhood

Avenida das Cataratas

10-15 minutes from both the airport and the park entrance, along bus line 120

Best for: suited for those who need to stay halfway between the airport and the falls, in properties with pools and relaxation areas

Pros

a few minutes from both the terminal and the falls, convenient for those staying just one day
resorts with thermal pools and kids' areas

Cons

far from the restaurants and life of downtown
a taxi or bus 120 is needed for any other trip

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City centre

Downtown

about 25 minutes and 25 km from the airport, 30 from the park entrance

Best for: those who want restaurants, shops and city life on foot, not just the falls

Pros

more restaurants and shops within walking distance than elsewhere in the city
room rates generally lower than along Avenida das Cataratas

Cons

farther from both the airport and the park than the other areas
a taxi or an organized tour is always needed for the falls

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Airport services

The airport offers services consistent with its role as the air gateway to one of South America's greatest natural attractions.

Shopping & Duty Free

A duty-free area features erva-mate and products typical of the Triple Border region, plus international brands due to Argentine and Paraguayan tourism.

Lounges & relaxation

With no VIP lounges, passengers rely on the terminal's bar and restaurant before their flight.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal area. For a local SIM, operators Vivo, Claro, and TIM have counters at the airport.

Families & Children

Families traveling together find basic assistance in the boarding areas.

Terminal guide

The terminal is appropriately sized for seasonal tourist traffic. From check-in to gate, the walk is typically 10 minutes.

Customs and security controls can require more time during peak tourist season: for international flights, it is advisable to arrive with at least 3 hours in advance.

Map of Cataratas International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Can you visit both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the falls?

Yes, but the Argentine side requires crossing the border: check the separate visa requirements for Argentina, which may differ from those for Brazil depending on your nationality.

Q. Is Foz do Iguaçu also close to Paraguay?

Yes, it's the point of the Triple Frontier with Argentina and Paraguay: many visitors cross the Friendship Bridge for a shopping trip to Ciudad del Este, always checking the documents required to enter Paraguay.

Q. What to see besides the waterfalls in Foz do Iguaçu?

The Itaipú dam, among the largest hydroelectric plants in the world, which can be visited with organized tours departing from the city.

Q. Do you need a rental car in Foz do Iguaçu?

Useful if you plan to visit both sides of the falls and the Itaipú dam independently; for a visit to the Brazilian National Park alone, buses and taxis are sufficient.