Transfer to/from - Natal airport (NAT)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Natal airport (NAT)

Transportation

 

Natal International Airport (NAT) is located in the municipality of São Gonçalo do Amarante, about 24 km from the Ponta Negra hotel zone. Due to this distance, ride-sharing apps and private transfers are the most popular options for tourists, although there is an affordable intercity bus line.

Ride-sharing Apps

Uber and 99 services operate regularly at the airport. It is a popular and generally more affordable alternative than conventional taxis to reach Ponta Negra or Via Costeira.

Meeting Point:
After exiting the arrivals area, head to the external curb (arrivals floor). The airport has designated the exit gates as meeting points, and there is a covered waiting area. The app will indicate the exact location (e.g., "Gate A" or "Gate B").

Public Buses

Public transportation is operated by the company Trampolim da Vitória. It is the most economical option, but please note that it does not go directly to the Ponta Negra hotel zone; it primarily connects with commercial and transport areas in the city center and the northern zone.

Line R:
Connects the Airport with Midway Mall (a key central point in Natal) and the Bus Station (Rodoviária), passing through Natal Shopping.

  • Route: Airport - São Gonçalo - Bus Station - Natal Shopping - Midway Mall.
  • Schedule: Approximately from 4:20 am to 10:45 pm (times may vary on Sundays and holidays).
  • Connection: To reach Ponta Negra, you must get off at Natal Shopping or Midway Mall and take another city bus or a taxi/Uber from there.

Schedules and routes (Trampolim da Vitória)

Rent a Car

 

Natal International Airport (NAT) is located in the municipality of São Gonçalo do Amarante, about 24 km from the Ponta Negra hotel zone. Due to this distance, ride-sharing apps and private transfers are the most popular options for tourists, although there is an affordable intercity bus line.

Ride-sharing Apps

Uber and 99 services operate regularly at the airport. It is a popular and generally more affordable alternative than conventional taxis to reach Ponta Negra or Via Costeira.

Meeting Point:
After exiting the arrivals area, head to the external curb (arrivals floor). The airport has designated the exit gates as meeting points, and there is a covered waiting area. The app will indicate the exact location (e.g., "Gate A" or "Gate B").

Public Buses

Public transportation is operated by the company Trampolim da Vitória. It is the most economical option, but please note that it does not go directly to the Ponta Negra hotel zone; it primarily connects with commercial and transport areas in the city center and the northern zone.

Line R:
Connects the Airport with Midway Mall (a key central point in Natal) and the Bus Station (Rodoviária), passing through Natal Shopping.

  • Route: Airport - São Gonçalo - Bus Station - Natal Shopping - Midway Mall.
  • Schedule: Approximately from 4:20 am to 10:45 pm (times may vary on Sundays and holidays).
  • Connection: To reach Ponta Negra, you must get off at Natal Shopping or Midway Mall and take another city bus or a taxi/Uber from there.

Schedules and routes (Trampolim da Vitória)

 
 

Latest updates: December 29, 2025

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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