SDU - Santos Dumont Airport
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
IATA Code: SDU · Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
The airport code SDU is the IATA identifier for Santos Dumont Airport. You may also find it referred to as Rio De Janeiro Airport (SDU).
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) serves Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SDU is the IATA airport code for Santos Dumont Airport, located in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. The airport is situated at coordinates 22.9105°S, 43.1631°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- SDU
- City
- Rio De Janeiro
- Country
- Brazil
- Timezone
- America/Sao_Paulo
- Latitude
- -22.9105°
- Longitude
- -43.1631°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SDU
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GIG - Rio De Janeiro | 14 km | $208 | $0/passenger |
| QNV - Nova Iguacu | 36 km | $535 | $1/passenger |
| SNZ - Rio De Janeiro | 57 km | $847 | $2/passenger |
| CFB - Cabo Frio | 112 km | $1,665 | $3/passenger |
| BZC - Buzios | 124 km | $1,844 | $4/passenger |
| JDF - Juiz De Fora | 127 km | $1,888 | $4/passenger |
| REZ - Resende | 143 km | $2,126 | $4/passenger |
| IZA - Juiz de Fora | 155 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| MEA - Macaé | 157 km | $2,334 | $5/passenger |
| UBT - Ubatuba | 204 km | $3,033 | $6/passenger |
| GUJ - Guaratingueta | 210 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| ITP - Itaperuna | 230 km | $3,420 | $7/passenger |
| CAW - Campos | 234 km | $3,479 | $7/passenger |
| QHP - Taubaté | 241 km | $3,583 | $7/passenger |
| SJK - Sao Jose Dos Campos | 278 km | $4,133 | $8/passenger |
| VAG - Varginha | 279 km | $4,148 | $8/passenger |
| PPY - Pouso Alegre | 291 km | $4,327 | $9/passenger |
| SSZ - Santos | 339 km | $5,040 | $10/passenger |
| GRU - Sao Paulo | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| BJP - Braganca Paulista | 346 km | $5,144 | $10/passenger |
| PLU - Belo Horizonte | 350 km | $5,204 | $10/passenger |
| DIQ - Divinopolis | 351 km | $5,219 | $10/passenger |
| CGH - Sao Paulo | 366 km | $5,442 | $11/passenger |
| POO - Pocos De Caldas | 370 km | $5,501 | $11/passenger |
| GUZ - Guarapari | 373 km | $5,546 | $11/passenger |
| CNF - Belo Horizonte | 375 km | $5,576 | $11/passenger |
| IPN - Ipatinga | 389 km | $5,784 | $12/passenger |
| CPQ - Campinas | 404 km | $6,007 | $12/passenger |
| VCP - Campinas | 407 km | $6,051 | $12/passenger |
| VIX - Vitoria | 419 km | $6,230 | $12/passenger |
| QPS - Piracununga | 441 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| SOD - Sorocaba | 447 km | $6,646 | $13/passenger |
| GVR - Governador Valadares | 463 km | $6,884 | $14/passenger |
| QSC - Sao Carlos | 501 km | $7,449 | $15/passenger |
| FRC - Franca | 506 km | $7,523 | $15/passenger |
| RAO - Ribeirao Preto | 515 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| DTI - Diamantina | 523 km | $7,776 | $16/passenger |
| AQA - Araracuara | 525 km | $7,806 | $16/passenger |
| AAX - Araxa | 542 km | $8,058 | $16/passenger |
| QCJ - Botucatu | 543 km | $8,073 | $16/passenger |
| TFL - Teofilo Otoni | 584 km | $8,683 | $17/passenger |
| POJ - Patos de Minas | 585 km | $8,698 | $17/passenger |
| BAU - Bauru | 608 km | $9,040 | $18/passenger |
| UBA - Uberaba | 608 km | $9,040 | $18/passenger |
| JTC - Bauru | 610 km | $9,069 | $18/passenger |
| BAT - Barretos | 618 km | $9,188 | $18/passenger |
| MVS - Mucuri | 640 km | $9,516 | $19/passenger |
| BFH - Curitiba | 675 km | $10,036 | $20/passenger |
| CWB - Curitiba | 676 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| JOI - Joinville | 678 km | $10,081 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SDU Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from SDU
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Rio De Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through SDU
Traveling through Rio De Janeiro in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via SDU
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Santos Dumont Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SDU
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to SDU are GIG, QNV, SNZ — consider these for potentially lower fares