What are the operating hours of SBRJ?

Santos Dumont operates from 09:00 to 02:00.

What is the tower frequency at SBRJ?

The tower frequency at Santos Dumont is 118.7 MHz.

Does SBRJ require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Santos Dumont (Brazil).

Does SBRJ require slots or PPR?

Slots are required at Santos Dumont.

Where is SBRJ located?

Santos Dumont (SBRJ) is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SBRJ?

The IATA code for Santos Dumont is SDU.

How long is the runway at SBRJ?

The main runway at Santos Dumont (02L/20R) measures 4134 X 98.

Is SBRJ a port of entry?

Yes, Santos Dumont is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Santos Dumont (SBRJ/SDU) — Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Santos Dumont (SBRJ/SDU) serves Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (02L/20R, 02R/20L). Field elevation is 10 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 9/10

Observed Activity · Jul 25

1 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 09:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-25

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SBRJ
Name: Santos Dumont
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: -22.9105
Longitude: -43.163101
Elevation: 10 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Rio de Janeiro
IATA Code: SDU
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBCW
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: 1.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02L/20R

Designation: 02L/20R
Dimensions: 4134 X 98
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 39/F/B/X/T
Lighting: Edge, Threshold
NAVAIDs: DME DRJ (116.2)
Approach Types: VFR, NDB
Remarks: PCN 39/F/B/X/T. MEHT 41ft. Short runway 1260m x 30m.

Runway 02R/20L

Designation: 02R/20L
Dimensions: 4341 X 138
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 65/F/A/W/T
Lighting: Edge, Threshold, REIL
NAVAIDs: DME DRJ (116.2)
Approach Types: RNP (multiple: A/B/E/F/G/L/M), NDB
Remarks: PCN 65/F/A/W/T. MEHT 40ft. Distance remaining signs: 966m, 661m, 356m.

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 119.350 MHz
ATIS: 132.650 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 09:00 – 02:00

Tuesday 09:00 – 02:00

Wednesday 09:00 – 02:00

Thursday 09:00 – 02:00

Friday 09:00 – 02:00

Saturday 09:00 – 02:00

Sunday 09:00 – 02:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 0900-0200 UTC (API RMK 2.3 AD HR SER) AD HR SER 0900-0200 UTC for LDG and TKOF of ACFT da aviation Comercial - group 1 e general aviation - group 2 according to declaration de Capacidade do airport divulgada by the ANAC.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +55 (21) 3814-7070
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www4.infraero.gov.br/aeroportos/aeroporto-do-rio-de-janeiro-santos-dumont/
Remarks: Operator: Infraero. Toll-free: 0800 727 1234. GA: [email protected] (3h before landing). Military: [email protected] (24h advance). Fuel Petrobras H24: +55 (21) 3814-7781. FBO: Lider Aviacao +55 (11) 5090-4016.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Yes
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: SLOTS REQUIRED. Max 19 movements/hour. GA must coordinate 3h before landing via [email protected].

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: International airport per ROTAER (DECEA)

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx BRL 12/ton (INFRAERO)
Parking Fee: BRL 6/ton per 3h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: BRL
Remarks: INFRAERO-operated. Slot-controlled. Santos Dumont downtown Rio. Ponte Aerea SP-RJ hub.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Domestic-only. International flights use SBGL (Galeao).

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 23:00
Curfew End: 06:00
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Hours 0900-0200 UTC. DOMESTIC ONLY. Civil/military. Fire CAT 7. SLOTS REQUIRED (max 19 ops/hour). DME DRJ (116.2). No ILS. Multiple RNP approaches RWY 02R/20L. NDB approaches available. Mountain terrain on approach (Sugarloaf/Corcovado). Primary instruction/training PROHIBITED. Cargo PROHIBITED. Parking >5,700kg requires admin approval. GA 3h advance coordination via [email protected]. Military: [email protected] (24h advance). Fuel: Petrobras H24 +55 (21) 3814-7781. FBO: Lider Aviacao +55 (11) 5090-4016. Operator: Infraero. Toll-free: 0800 727 1234.

Airport Services

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Brazil Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: Notification only (no advance time specified for overflight-only; 24 hours recommended)
Landing Lead Time: 24 hours (AVANAC for multi-airport); Part 135 charter: allow 5+ business days

Private / GA Operations:

Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time.

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Active NOTAMs

E5151/26 info

Temporary restricted area

AREA RESTRITA TEMPORARIAMENTE (EVENTO NAVIO ATLANTICO) CENTRO COORD 225330S/0431012W RAIO 2.5KM ACT

2026-07-31 12:00:00 2026-07-31 16:00:00

E4437/26 warning

Runway closed

RWY 02L/20R CLSD DEVIDO OBRAS, EXC TRECHOS ESSENCIAIS A OPS TAX DA RWY 02R/20L

2026-07-09 19:07:00 2026-08-20 09:00:00

E2057/26 caution

Obstacle

OBST MOVEL (CAROLINA) LGTD 119.5M (392FT) HGT DESLOCANDO-SE FM COORD 2254.528S/04308.479W PARA COORD 2259.804S/04308.696W

2026-10-22 09:01:00 2026-10-23 02:59:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SBRJ?: Santos Dumont operates from 09:00 to 02:00.
What is the tower frequency at SBRJ?: The tower frequency at Santos Dumont is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBRJ?: Santos Dumont offers JET A-1.
Does SBRJ require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Santos Dumont (Brazil).
Does SBRJ require slots or PPR?: Slots are required at Santos Dumont.
Where is SBRJ located?: Santos Dumont (SBRJ) is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBRJ?: The IATA code for Santos Dumont is SDU.
How long is the runway at SBRJ?: The main runway at Santos Dumont (02L/20R) measures 4134 X 98.
Is SBRJ a port of entry?: Yes, Santos Dumont is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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