Which airport should I fly into for Nilópolis?

For long-haul and international flights, Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the main gateway near Nilópolis. The closest airport, Aeroclube Airport (QNV), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Nilópolis?

The nearest is about 5 mi (8 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Nilópolis?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Nilópolis

The closest airports to Nilópolis, Brazil: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Nilópolis, Brazil is Aeroclube Airport (QNV), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
QNV	Aeroclube AirportNova Iguacu, Brazil	5 mi / 8 km	17 min	Regional
GIG	Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International AirportRio De Janeiro, Brazil	11 mi / 17 km	36 min	International
SDU	Santos Dumont AirportRio De Janeiro, Brazil	17 mi / 28 km	34 min	Regional
SNZ	Santa Cruz AirportRio De Janeiro, Brazil	21 mi / 34 km	41 min	Regional
JDF	Francisco de Assis AirportJuiz De Fora, Brazil	70 mi / 113 km	2 hr 6 min	Regional
QRZ	Resende AirportResende, Brazil	71 mi / 115 km	2 hr 8 min	Regional
CFB	Cabo Frio AirportCabo Frio, Brazil	86 mi / 138 km	2 hr	Regional
IZA	Zona da Mata Regional AirportJuiz De Fora, Brazil	91 mi / 146 km	2 hr 7 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Aeroclube Airport (QNV) is the most convenient at about 5 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) (11 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Nilópolis. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with QNV.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near QNV saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Nilópolis is Aeroclube Airport (QNV), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road.