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Brasília International Airport – Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek (BSB) is the primary gateway to Brazil’s capital and one of the country’s busiest airports. Located just 11 km from the city center, it combines modern infrastructure with striking architectural design, featuring a sleek, wave-like terminal roof that reflects Brasília’s iconic modernist style. As a key hub for domestic flights and international connections, the airport handles over 20 million passengers annually, offering a range of amenities, including premium lounges, shopping, and dining options. Its strategic location in the heart of Brazil makes it a vital link for both business and tourism, while its efficiency and sustainability initiatives—such as solar energy use—have earned it recognition as one of Latin America’s most advanced airports.

International flights directly connect Brasília with Lisbon (Portugal), Panama City (Panama), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Lima (Peru), Santiago (Chile), Miami and Orlando (United States), Bogotá (Colombia), and Cancún (Mexico).

It is also worthy mentioning that Brasília hosts one of the most important regional hubs in Brazil. There are direct flights from all the state capitals, including Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Porto Alegre, Natal, Recife, among other places which are easily accessible directly from other continents and from other countries in the Americas.

Brasília is centrally located and well served by coaches from elsewhere in Brazil, but prices for internal flights are competitive and travel times much shorter.

Located in the geographic center of Brazil, Brasília, the federal capital and seat of government, stands as an incomparable city. Built in just five years during the 1950s, it remains the only modern city designated as a UNESCO of World Heritage Site. The chief architect, Oscar Niemeyer, is globally renowned for his unique style, which blends graceful curves with the bold use of concrete. Thanks to the beauty and coherence of his work, Niemeyer received the prestigious Pritzker Prize, an honor reserved for the greatest figures in global architecture.

Discover Brasília (source)

1. Cerrado Route: Adventure through the natural treasures, waterfalls, and parks of Brasília and its surroundings.
2. Nautical Route: Sail across the beautiful Paranoá Lake and discover the attractions along its shores on the Nautical Route.
3. Architectural Route: Explore the works and monuments that make Brasília an open-air museum.
4. Cultural Route: Discover the places where creativity and inspiration are always on display in Brasília.
5. Civic Route: Visit the palaces, squares, and spaces that are part of the history of Brazil's Capital.
6. Peace Route: Journey through temples, monasteries, and other sacred spaces in the city born from a dream.
7. Beyond the Monuments Route: Journey through the regions of Brazil's Federal District that bring together traditions from every state in the country.
8. Diversity Route: A curated selection of LGBTQIA+ friendly venues and services.
9. Sunset Route: Discover Brasília's most iconic spots to enjoy breathtaking sunsets.
10. Brasília Rock Route: Get ready to explore, experience, and live the musical style that made Brasília legendary.
11. Lago Oeste Route (Portuguese only): It's at Lago Oeste where the gaze expands and meets breathtaking landscapes.
12. Brasília Wine Route (Portuguese only): Get ready to experience the finest history and culture of Cerrado wines.

Visa (source)

Brazil adopts a policy of reciprocity regarding visas. This means that nationals of countries that require visas for Brazilian citizens will need a visa to travel to Brazil. According to the Brazilian law, Brazil must agree, on a reciprocal basis, to offer visa waiver to nationals of another country, except for the hypotheses established in the Decree 9.731 / 2019. Brazil has signed visa exemption agreements with about 90 countries.

To find out if you need a visa to travel to Brazil, click here (Updated on March 10, 2025).

Accommodation

Brasília has a vast number of hotels. They are located in the central area, closer to the cross between the Monumental and the Residential Axes, about 10 minutes by car to Universidade de Brasília.

• October is a high-demand period for hotels, so we recommend making reservations in advance.
• The Northern Hotel Sector (SHN) - Closer to Universidade de Brasília:
  • Athos Bulcão Hplus Executive (Invited Speakers will be accommodated here).
    • WhatsApp: +55 61 991817433
  • Comfort Suites Brasilia
    • WhatsApp: +55 61 34246111
  • Let's Brasilia Hotel
    • WhatsApp: +55 61 34242525
  • Brasilia Tower Hotel
    • Email: reservas@castelodeitaipavahoteis.com.br
    • Phone: +55 0800 799 9925
• The Northern Hotel and Tourism Sector (SHTN) is also nearby, but public transportation to the university is more difficult;
• There are hotels in different price ranges;
• Use your preferred booking tool/platform/website for reservations.