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Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is the primary airport serving the city of Sao Paulo Brazil. The airport is locally referred to as Cumbica Airport and is located 25 km from the city center. The city’s structure itself is a bit complex with heavy traffic so visitors can experience some difficulty getting to and from the airport. The easiest methods of transportation to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi or bus. Renting a car is another viable option to get to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport; there are many rental car companies located throughout the city.  

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient transportation alternative to get to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport from the city center. The safest taxis can be found on the main streets; we recommend avoiding any taxis on the smaller, side streets. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by taxi. You can also have the hotel you are staying at help arrange a taxi for you.

Bus

Another easy method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center is by bus. Buses collect passengers from the bus stops located throughout the city. To get to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport from the city center you can take bus routes 259 or 316. These buses usually take 30 minutes to get to the airport, but that can vary depending on traffic conditions in the city. Buses run every hour, so make sure you’re at the bus stop on time. Otherwise you’ll have to wait an hour for the next bus.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another way to get to the airport from the city center. It is also a great alternative for getting around in the city during your trip. However, keep in mind that traffic conditions in the city can be quite confusing. You can rent a car on a daily or weekly basis. Rental car fares are determined according to the amount of days the vehicle is rented for. Renting a car for one day just to go to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport will be more expensive than taking a cab, making it a less desirable transportation alternative to get to the airport.

Airport Information

Located 25 km from the city center Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is the city’s primary airport, especially for international travel. Covering an expansive area, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport features 3 impressive, large, and newly renovated terminal buildings. Every year the airport welcomes a large number of passengers to the city, offering them a variety of different services that they can easily access thanks to smart airport signage.

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport offers passengers a variety of services and amenities including ATMs, postal services, lockers, tailor services, rental car services, hairdresser, health services and more. The airport also contains a variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars where passengers can enjoy something to eat or drink as well as a selection of stores where passengers can go shopping.

Venues where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include 365 Deli, Arabia Express, Baccio di Latte, Bc Express, Bob’s, Brunella and Doggis. Stores where you can go shopping before or after your flight include Amsterdam Sauer, Art From Brazil, Chilli Beans, Droga Raia, and Dudalina.

Mariscal Sucre Airport is located about 37 km from Quito city center, and the only way to make your journey the most convenient and fastest way is to use the shuttle or city buses, which are the most popular public transportation vehicles. Taxis and car rental services are also ideal alternatives for comfortable transportation. No matter which transportation vehicle you prefer, you can reach Quito city center in maximum of 1.5 hours.

Bus

The easiest and most effortless way to travel to Quito city center from Mariscal Sucre Airport is without a doubt the city buses. The buses operate on routes towards the North and South of the city and to get a one way ticket to travel on the bus you need to get a ticket from the vending machines or ticket offices by paying 2 dollars (2016). At Rio Coca Terminal the Consorcio SOTRANOR buses start at 5:30 in the morning until 22:00 in the evening. At Quitumbe Terminal the Consorcio COSIBO buses start at 5:30 in the morning until 19:00, and all depart from the airport terminal exit. In addition to this, Aeroservicios buses also run directly to Quito city center, but are a bit more expensive than the other buses. You can get these buses by paying a fee of around 8 dollars. The biggest reason for the price difference is that the buses provide a larger capacity (46-52 people) and free Internet service. Another distinctive feature is that the buses run 365 days of the year and every hour of the day. The average duration of your bus journey is 1-1,5 hours.

Taxi

When you land at Mariscal Sucre Airport, if you have a lot of luggage or if you are in a hurry you can take one of the taxis that are waiting 24/7 outside the airport terminal. Taxis are quite expensive compared to public transportation but they provide the fastest transportation. When you step out of the airport arrivals terminal, you will find taxi stops. A taxi from the airport to the city center of Quito will cost from $ 25 and some taxi drivers will charge up to $ 45. Depending on the traffic, your journey will take an average of 45-60 minutes. In this sense, the Uber system can provide you with big discounts on prices. You can also use shared taxis if you can find other travellers going to the city center of Quito.

Rent a Car

If you are looking for a comfortable way to travel to the city center of Quito from Mariscal Sucre Airport as quickly as possible, it may be a good idea to rent a car. Before you arrive, if you do a short search on the internet you can rent a car at a more affordable price. With your international license, you can receive your vehicle in minutes. Car rental companies working at Mariscal Sucre Airport; Hertz: + (593-2) 281 8410, Avis: + (593-2) 601-6000, Locate: + (593-2) 600-2975, Budget: + (593-2) 281-8040, Thrifty: + (593-2) 222-8688. By using E28 and E35 motorways it is possible to reach Quito city center in 60 minutes or 1.5 hours.