Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Porto Alegre Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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POA Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Porto Alegre Airport.
What to Expect
Porto Alegre Airport (code: POA) has two terminals: the newer Terminal 1 and the smaller, outdated Terminal 2. Both terminals have shops and eateries, many open 24 hours, but T1 has more options, particularly in its shopping mall. Free WiFi helps pass the time. A lounge that economy-class travellers can access is currently closed for renovation.
Sleeping in Porto Alegre Airport
Travellers generally have no problem spending the night here. Armrest-free seating is in short supply, so arrive early or opt for the floor, though do so discreetly in case airport staff ask you to relocate. Earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones help combat typical airport noise. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are within walking distance, and some offer shuttle service. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Porto Alegre Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Porto Alegre Airport:
- Ibis Porto Alegre Aeroporto – Airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
- Novotel Porto Alegre Aeroporto – Airport shuttle is available. Reservations are required. » Check Rates
- Deville Porto Alegre Aeroporto – Airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Porto Alegre, search for deals and read traveller reviews
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass, or using a lounge membership program.
- VIP Lounge – Closed for Renovations – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 1st Floor. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Lounge membership programs.
- Ambaar Lounge – Location: Airside, after x-ray, near Gates 117 and 118, Mezzanine floor. Hours: 24 hours. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door (R$ 200.00 – 4 hours or R$ 300.00 – 6 hours) • Certain Classes of Service • Membership Cards • Credit Cards (Visa Aeternum, The Platinum Card®, Link Diners Club, Nanking Link).
- Ambaar Lounge – Location: International Terminal, 2nd floor, next to gates 101 and 102. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door (R$ 230.00 – 4 hours or R$ 350.00 – 6 hours) • Certain Classes of Service • Membership Cards • Credit Cards (Visa Aeternum, The Platinum Card®, Link Diners Club, Nanking Link).
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
Food options operate on varying schedules. The following locations are reported to be open 24 hours:
- Terminal 1, Landside: Aero Coffee (3rd Level) • Capital Coffee (1st Level) • Casa Café (2nd Level) • Rei do Pão de Queijo (1st Level) • Subway (3rd Level) • Trop Café (3rd Level)
- Terminal 1, Airside: Fly Café (2nd Level, two locations) • Rei do Pão de Queijo (2nd Level)
- Terminal 2, Landside: Café do Embarque (1st Level)
- Terminal 2, Airside: Café do Embarque (1st Level)
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
A reader (September 2018) reported mobile charging stations near the iToys shop on the top floor.
Showers
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WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “INFRAERO Wi-Fi Gratis” network.
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.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available in both terminals. Fees may apply.
Baby Care Facilities – A nursing room is available in Terminal 1. Baby changing facilities are located in Terminal 1.
Banking Services – Two banks operate in Terminal 1 with limited daytime hours.
Beauty Salon – Estética for Men e for Women offers salon services in Terminal 1.
Chapel – A multi-religious chapel is available in Terminal 1 and is open 24 hours.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are available in both terminals, including at least one 24-hour location.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shops are available in Terminal 1, along with a range of retail stores, including several bookshops.
Information Desk – An information desk is available in Terminal 1 and operates 24 hours.
Luggage Wrapping – Luggage wrapping services are available in both terminals.
Massage – Fique Zen offers massage services in Terminal 1.
Medical Services – A 24-hour medical clinic is available in Terminal 1.
Pharmacy – A pharmacy is available in Terminal 1 with extended hours.
Post Office – A post office is located in Terminal 1 and operates on weekdays.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Bus
The airport is well connected to the bus transportation system. At the time of this update, a one-way fare costs BRL 4,30. For time schedules, route plans and more information, visit the EPTC website.
Car Rentals
These car rental agencies are available onsite: Avis / Budget • Localiza /Hertz • Movida • Unidas.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Inter Terminal Shuttle
A shuttle bus is available should you need to travel between the two terminals. The shuttle runs every 15 minutes from the lower (Arrivals) level.
Metro
Trensurb metro system can take you from the airport to the city center and some major cities. To reach a Trensurb station from the airport, take the Aeromovel (AirTrain), which will bring you to the closest Trensurb station to the airport. You can take a train from that station to “Mercado,” the last station on the line, or to Rodoviaria Bus Station, both in downtown Porto Alegre. Tickets are sold in the train stations.
Shuttle Bus
Citral offers a shuttle bus service (includes air-conditioning, restrooms and WiFi) between the airport and the cities of Gramado and Canela. Shuttles run every day, on an hourly basis, starting at 9:00 AM (Mon – Fri) and 8:00 AM (weekends and holidays). Buses leave from the second Level of Terminal 1. At the time of this update, the fare to Gramado is BRL 49,10, and it will cost BRL 52,55 to Canela.
Taxis
Taxis are available 24 hours a day on the first levels of Terminal 1 and 2.
Last updated: 2026-03-23
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.