Transfer to/from - Foz de Iguaçu airport (IGU)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Foz do Iguaçu airport (IGU)

Transportation

 

Foz do Iguaçu Airport offers public and private transportation options connecting the terminal with the city center, the Falls, and the border cities of Argentina and Paraguay.

Ride-sharing Apps

Uber and 99 (a very popular app in Brazil) services operate regularly at the airport. It is a convenient option for direct transfers to your hotel.

Location: Once the vehicle is requested, you must proceed to the designated meeting point, usually located at the arrivals curb. Follow the app instructions and airport signage to find your driver.

Public Buses

Urban transport is managed by Foztrans. The bus stop is located at the end of the passenger terminal, clearly marked.

Line 120: National Park / Airport / Center
This route is strategic as it connects the airport with two key points: the Urban Transport Terminal (TTU) in the city center and the Iguaçu National Park Visitor Center (Falls).

  • Hours: Operates approximately from 4:40 am to 12:40 am.
  • Frequency: Departures every 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the time of day (frequency is lower on Sundays and holidays).
  • Payment: The fare is paid on board, usually in cash (Reais) or with a local transport card.

Official schedules and routes (Foztrans)

Private and Tourist Transfers

Given the tourist nature of the region, numerous agencies offer private or shared transfer services to hotels in Foz do Iguaçu, Puerto Iguazú (Argentina), and Ciudad del Este (Paraguay).

Iguassu Falls Travel
A receptive company offering private transfers for groups and families to the main points of the Triple Frontier.
Official Website

Rent a Car

 

Taxis

Taxi service at Foz do Iguaçu Airport is available 24 hours a day. Vehicles are parked at the outer curb, right outside the arrivals exit.

Operators:
The service is mainly provided by local cooperatives such as Coopertaxi Cataratas and other authorized associations (Táxi Foz do Iguaçu). It is recommended to go to the official counters located in the arrivals hall to check estimated fares or pre-pay for the trip before boarding, which offers greater security.

Travel time:
The trip to downtown Foz do Iguaçu takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic. If your destination is the Argentine side (Puerto Iguazú), keep in mind that travel time can be considerably extended due to immigration procedures at the border.

 
 

Latest updates: January 04, 2026

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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