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Getting to Búzios

Short answer

The reference airport is Tom Jobim International Airport (Galeão) (GIG), in Rio de Janeiro, about 170 km (106 mi) from Búzios. By car, it is 600 km (373 mi) from São Paulo, a 7h30 drive costing about R$ 456 in fuel and tolls.

Most reviewed activity in BúziosArraial do Cabo Day Trip + Boat Ride★ 8.1 · 19 reviews · from US$ 68 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →

Flying to Búzios

Búzios has no commercial airport. The nearest gateway from abroad is Tom Jobim International Airport, known as Galeão (GIG), in Rio de Janeiro, about 170 km from the peninsula.

From Rio, the overland route is 170 km along the RJ-124 (Via Lagos) and the RJ-106, about 2 h 40 min by car. Arriving travelers continue by car, by transfer or by bus. From São Paulo it is 600 km, about 7 h 30 min by road.

Routes and the airlines flying to Rio from each country change often; the safest approach is to check them when planning your trip.

Nearest airport
GIGTom Jobim International Airport (Galeão)
Rio de Janeiro · about 170 km (106 mi) from Búzios

There is no commercial airport in Búzios.

Driving to Búzios

These are the driving routes to Búzios from the main cities of origin, with distance, travel time and estimated fuel cost for a car that gets 11 km per liter. Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$).

From Rio de Janeiro
170 km (106 mi) · 2h42
~R$ 122 in fuel and tolls
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From São Paulo
600 km (373 mi) · 7h30
~R$ 456 in fuel and tolls
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Transfers to and from Búzios

If you would rather not drive, Civitatis offers transfers you can book in English to get to Búzios or get around the area.

Transfer Service from Búzios to Angra dos Reis

6 h
from US$ 87
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Tours and tickets

Tours and activities in Búzios

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Arraial do Cabo Day Trip + Boat Ride
8.1· 19 reviews

Arraial do Cabo Day Trip + Boat Ride

Want to visit one of the most beautiful places in Rio de Janeiro? On this excursion to Arraial do Cabo, we'll visit its white sandy beaches on a fun boat ride.

10 h
from US$ 68
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Buzios Trolleybus Tour
8.3· 16 reviews

Buzios Trolleybus Tour

Find out for yourself why Brigitte Bardot fell in love with the beaches of Búzios when you take this trolleybus tour of the Brazilian city.

1 h 30 min
from US$ 19
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Búzios Diving Introduction
9.6· 5 reviews

Búzios Diving Introduction

Want to explore the treasures of the Brazilian seabed? Join this diving class in Búzios for an intro to this exciting activity in a dreamy environment.

1 h 20 min
from US$ 51
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Búzios Buggy Tour
9.6· 5 reviews

Búzios Buggy Tour

Want to explore Búzios in a fun way? Don't miss this exciting buggy tour! You'll fall in love with the history and beauty of this coastal city.

1 h 20 min
from US$ 55
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Where to stay

Hotels in Búzios

Compare hotels and places to stay in Búzios on Booking.com, with up-to-date prices and availability, before you book.

Greco Hotel in Búzios 9.3 ★★★★ · 86 reviews Greco Hotel See on Booking → Vila deste Hotel in Búzios 9.1 ★★★★★ · 19 reviews Vila deste Hotel See on Booking → Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention in Búzios 8.6 ★★★★★ · 48 reviews Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention See on Booking → Pousada Aroma do Mar by Latitud Hoteles in Búzios 8.5 ★★★★ · 48 reviews Pousada Aroma do Mar by Latitud Hoteles See on Booking →
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Frequently asked questions

What is the nearest airport to Búzios?
The nearest airport to Búzios is Tom Jobim International Airport (Galeão) (GIG), in Rio de Janeiro, about 170 km (106 mi) away. There is no commercial airport in Búzios.
How do you get to Búzios by air?
Fly to Tom Jobim International Airport (Galeão) (GIG), in Rio de Janeiro, about 170 km (106 mi) from Búzios, and cover the rest of the way overland. Flight routes and schedules change often: check them when you plan your trip.
Is it better to drive or fly to Búzios?
It depends on where you start. From São Paulo, the drive is 600 km (373 mi) and takes about 7h30, costing about R$ 456 in fuel and tolls. From distant origins, flying usually saves time; from nearby cities, driving gives you more freedom. Compare the cost of the drive with the price of a plane ticket before you decide.
Is Búzios easy to get to?
Yes: you can drive to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, and its reference airport is GIG. See the driving routes on this page.
Can I book transfers and activities in Búzios in English?
Yes. On this page you will find transfers and activities in Búzios that you can book in English on Civitatis, with the price updated when you book.
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