Brasilia Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Brasilia Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.

[The airport] is divided into 3 very wide open floors (like a huge gymnasium), which makes very windy inside. – Dave C.

BSB Airport Overview

Brasilia Airport (code: BSB) has two interconnected terminals with more than 40 departure gates. The airport is open 24 hours and offers a good selection of restaurants, shops, free WiFi and airport lounges. Some food outlets are open overnight.

Sleeping in Brasilia Airport

Sleeping at Brasilia Airport is possible, although comfortable seating can be hard to find. Armrest-free seats are limited, but past travellers have managed to push benches together to create a place to lie down. Airside is generally a better option, as landside areas can be cold and drafty. One traveller also mentioned finding a quiet sleeping nook on the third floor.

For more privacy and comfort, Siesta Box offers sleep cabins in the domestic boarding area and the Ibis Styles Brasilia Aeroporto Hotel is connected to the terminal by a covered walkway.

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Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Brasilia airport sounds like a nightmare, there are sleep cabins inside the terminal and a hotel connected to the terminal:

Siesta Box
Located within the national boarding section, at the south connector (booths 11 to 14), on the south pier mezzanine, next to gate 20 (booths 01 to 10). To access it, you must have a BOARDING PASS in hand.

Ibis Styles Brasilia Aeroporto Hotel
Mid-range hotel connected to the terminal by a covered walkway.

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Airport Lounges

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

International Terminal

Aeroportos VIP Club
Location: Airside, Terminal 1 (International), ground floor after duty free, turn left.
Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (walk-in rate BRL 199) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Access for qualifying international business / frequent flyer passengers.

Domestic Terminal

Aeroportos VIP Club
Location: Airside, Terminal 1 (Domestic), 1st Floor departure hall—take lift/escalator to 2nd floor at end of corridor.
Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: Yes (shower kits are available). Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card reward programs • Complimentary access for eligible airline premium / elite passengers.

VIP Express Club Pier Norte
Location: Airside, Terminal 1 (Domestic), after security / Dufry, upper mezzanine, North Pier near gate 10.
Hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Membership programs • Complimentary access for some eligible travellers.

VIP Express Club Pier Sul
Location: Airside, Terminal 1 (Domestic), South Pier mezzanine near gates 41-43.
Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Membership programs • Complimentary access for eligible travellers.

BRB VIP lounge
Location: Airside, Terminal 1 (Domestic), 2nd floor via private security lane near food court.
Hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight). Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Access for Banco de Brasília (BRB) cardholders • Not broadly open for pay-per-use / third-party programs.

Airport Services & Facilities

WiFi: Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Brasília Airport” network.

Food & Drinks: Several restaurants and cafés operate 24 hours. Vending machines are also available. Overnight choices may be limited. AT the time of the last update, theses were the 24-hour options.

Arrivals (landside): Casa do Pão de Queijo
Arrivals (airside): Casa do Pão de Queijo
Central Concourse (airside): Casa do Pão de Queijo • Viena Cafe (open 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturdays)
Food Court: Subway
North and South Piers: Casa do Pão de Queijo • McDonald’s • Mine pie • Subway • Viena Express (open 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturdays)
Parking area: Parking area: Pizza Dom Bosco

Mobile Charging: Power outlets are available throughout the airport, although specific locations are not confirmed.

Showers: Showers are available in the Aeroportos VIP Club in Domestic Departures.

Luggage Storage: Malex do Brasil offers luggage storage in Arrivals (landside). Listed hours are 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, with assistance available through Grão Café outside those hours. Rates start at R$ 25.00 for a medium locker and R$ 50.00 for a large locker. Storage for larger items is also available with rates up to R$ 100.00 per item. (prices subject to change)

Other Services: ATMs, banking and currency exchange, shops, luggage wrapping, a pharmacy, medical services and an information desk are available.

Transportation: City buses connect the airport with Brasília, including routes 102 and 102.1 to Rodoviária. Executive buses also serve the city centre and hotel areas. Taxis and car rentals are available. Confirm current bus routes, fares and schedules before travelling.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

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