Plane and helicopter air taxi to Angra dos Reis: the airport (SDAG), King Air routes and connections to the islands
Angra dos Reis has a short-runway airport (SDAG), about 6 km from the town centre, that takes turboprops and light jets on visual approaches only. It is the way in by plane to Ilha Grande Bay: by King Air, São Paulo is about 50 minutes away and Rio about 30; from there, a helicopter takes you to the islands, resorts and marinas in a few minutes (approx.). Below: the airport facts, when a plane makes sense and when a helicopter does, the routes with flight times and which aircraft to choose.
Angra dos Reis Airport at a glance
Opened in 1979, the airport is in the Japuíba district and serves general and business aviation.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Codes | SDAG (ICAO) / GDR (IATA) |
| Location | Japuíba, about 6 km from central Angra dos Reis |
| Runway | 10/28, asphalt, about 950 m × 30 m, almost at sea level |
| Approaches | visual only (VFR) |
| Aircraft | turboprops and light jets |
| Scheduled flights | no year-round routes; Azul Conecta has announced seasonal flights from Campo de Marte and Jacarepaguá for New Year 2026/27 and Carnival 2027 |
As approaches are visual, plan to land in daylight and with good visibility; in bad weather the flight may divert to Rio.
Plane or helicopter?
- Plane (King Air or Grand Caravan): best for São Paulo and Búzios, for larger groups and for more luggage.
- Helicopter: lands at certified helipads at resorts, marinas and islands, and is the quickest way to Ilha Grande, Paraty and Ubatuba.
- Combined: King Air to Angra Airport, then helicopter or speedboat to the island or resort.
- From Rio, a helicopter (35 to 40 minutes) usually beats the plane, because it lands right at your destination.
Routes and flight times
Approximate times, varying with the aircraft, the wind and the take-off point.
| Route | Aircraft | Time (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo (Campo de Marte or Congonhas) → Angra | King Air B200 / C90 | about 50 min |
| Rio de Janeiro (Santos Dumont or Jacarepaguá) → Angra | King Air C90 | about 30 min |
| Rio de Janeiro → Angra (helipad) | Esquilo / Bell 429 | 35 to 40 min |
| Búzios → Angra | King Air B200 | about 55 min |
| Angra → Ilha Grande | helicopter | about 10 min |
| Angra → Paraty | helicopter | about 15 min |
| Angra → Ubatuba | helicopter | about 25 min |
Which aircraft to choose
| Aircraft | Passengers | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| King Air B200 | up to 8 | São Paulo and Búzios with luggage |
| King Air C90 | up to 6 | Rio and São Paulo |
| Grand Caravan | up to 9 | groups, at a lower cost per seat but slower |
| Esquilo AS350 B2 | up to 5 | islands, marinas and resorts |
| Bell 429 | up to 6 | twin-engine, with more comfort on the Rio–Angra leg |
| Robinson R44 | up to 3 | short hops around the bay |
How to book
- Send the origin, destination, date, time, number of passengers and luggage by WhatsApp.
- Receive plane, helicopter or combined options, with flight time and price.
- Confirm and give passengers’ weights; the boarding point and destination helipad are confirmed at booking.
Frequently asked questions: flying to Angra dos Reis by plane
Does Angra dos Reis have an airport?
Yes, Angra dos Reis Airport (SDAG), in Japuíba, with a runway of about 950 m for turboprops and light jets.
Are there airline flights to Angra?
Not year-round. Azul Conecta has announced seasonal flights from Campo de Marte and Jacarepaguá for New Year 2026/27 and Carnival 2027.
How long is the flight from São Paulo to Angra by plane?
About 50 minutes by King Air, from Campo de Marte or Congonhas (approx.).
Can I fly straight to an island?
By helicopter, yes, if the island or resort has a certified helipad; by plane you land at the airport and the last leg is by helicopter or speedboat.
Can I land at night?
The airport uses visual approaches; plan to land in daylight and with good visibility.
How much does it cost?
Helicopter flight hours start at about R$ 5,000; planes and jets are quoted per route (approx.).
See also: São Paulo to Angra dos Reis: door-to-door times and weekend planning · Helicopter to Fasano Angra dos Reis · Helicopter to Angra dos Reis and the Costa Verde · Air taxi to Paraty · Air taxi in Rio de Janeiro
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