RBRUpdated October 12, 2026

Getting to and from Rio Branco airport

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Public transportation, licensed taxis and ride-hailing apps, private transfers and car rental at Rio Branco airport (RBR), 25 km from Rio Branco. See also the airport guide for general information.

The airport is situated approximately 25 km from downtown Rio Branco, with a driving time of roughly 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.

Ride-sharing

Upon collecting your luggage, you can request a vehicle using the Uber mobile application. The pickup zone is situated directly along the passenger terminal curb. Check the driver's name, car model, and license plate on the app before boarding.

Public Buses

Municipal bus operator RBTRANS (Tel +55 68 3214 3318) links the airport area to Rio Branco Central Terminal via route 524, and with nearby stops of route 304 on highway BR-364, taking between 50 and 60 minutes.

More information on bus routes and schedules

Taxis

Taxis are available 24 hours a day at the designated rank in front of the arrivals hall exit. Travel time to the city center is about 20 to 25 minutes. Companies operating in the area include Rádio Táxi Rio (Tel +55 68 3224 2122), Executiva Radio Taxi (Tel +55 68 3226 2121), and Disk Taxi Apui (Tel +55 0800 647 9090).

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Tips for getting to and from RBR

Going to the airport

  1. Leave earlier than you think you need to: Rio Branco airport is 25 km from Rio Branco. Allow for rush-hour traffic, strikes or events, and check the local news before you go.
  2. On public transportation, check the schedule (weekends and holidays usually have fewer services), whether you need to change lines and how to pay: transit card, contactless or cash.
  3. If you booked a shared shuttle, keep the company's phone number at hand in case the pickup is late.
  4. Returning a rental car? Follow the signs to the rental car return area. If you drive your own car, check parking at RBR.

Leaving the airport

  1. After baggage claim and customs, follow the ground transportation signs. The arrivals page has a step-by-step guide.
  2. Arriving late at night? Not every bus or train runs 24 hours: check the last departure in advance. Ride-hailing apps usually pick up at a designated zone, not at the curb.
  3. With a private transfer, the driver usually waits in the arrivals hall with a sign with your name.
  4. Renting a car? Booking ahead gives you better rates; see car rental at RBR.
  5. Staying near the airport? See hotels and overnight stay or hotels near RBR.
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