The largest country in South America, Brazil, is a delightful treasure trove of cultural diversity and natural abundance. The country is popular for its happening party scene, rich architectural heritage, an incredible mix of stunning biodiversity, and, of course, its love for and excellence in the national sport, football. Brazil has more than enough to enthrall tourists from the world over and entice them into visiting its magnificent confines.
International Airports in Brazil
If you are planning a getaway to this land of multifaceted tourism exploits, you will do well by having some information about the major domestic and international airports in Brazil. As the world’s second-largest country in terms of airport infrastructure, Brazil’s robust network of air connectivity is a delight to explore.
- São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport
The largest and busiest airport in Brazil and one of the largest in the world, this is the most prominent international airport in the country.
- Location: Cumbica, Guarulhos, Sau Paulo, Brazil
- Type: Public/ Military
- IATA Code: GRU
- ICAO Code: SBGR
- Terminals: The airport has three terminals:
- Terminal 1, the smallest through which operates only domestic flights.
- Terminal 2, the oldest and largest with mostly domestic and a few intercontinental flights.
- Terminal 3, the newest and most modern with only international flights
- Amenities: Lounges, duty-free store, business center, work station, baggage assistance, diaper changing room, fast-track security, free Wi-Fi, foreign currency exchange, banks, parking, rental services.
- Greater Natal International Airport
Serving the tourist hub of Natal, this namesake airport in Brazil has been in operation since 2014 and is, therefore, one of the youngest additions to the nation’s large network of airports.
- Location: Municipality of Sao Goncalo Do Amarante, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
- Type: Public
- IATA Code: NAT
- ICAO Code: SBSG
- Terminals: The airport has two terminals:
- Passenger terminal
- Cargo terminal
- Amenities: Vip lounge with conference facility, wheelchair accessible entrance, lost and found, car rental and taxi, duty-free shopping, fuel station, ATM, police.
- Brasilia International Airport
The Brasilia Airport extends flight services through half a dozen international routes while offering daily flights to all state capitals of Brazil, making it one of the busiest airports in the country.
- Location: Lago Sul, Brasilia, Brazil
- Type: Public/Military
- IATA Code: BSB
- ICAO Code: SBBR
- Terminals: The airport has two terminals:
- Domestic terminal
- International terminal
- Amenities: Lounges, duty-free shopping, pharmacy, premium parking lots, free Wi-Fi, wheelchair accessibility, car rentals, shuttle service between terminals.
- Salvador Bahia Airport
This international airport is distinguished by its facilities that are shared with the Salvador Air Force Base of the Brazilian Air Force.
- Location: São Cristóvão, Salvador, Brazil
- Type: Public/Military
- IATA Code: SSA
- ICAO Code: SBSV
- Terminal: 1
- Amenities: Duty-free stores, VIP lounge, free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, ATMs, pharmacy, post office, banks
- Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport
As the main international airport serving Brazil’s eclectic city of Rio de Janeiro, the Galeao Airport remains abuzz with travel activities all year round.
- Location: Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Type: Public/Military
- IATA Code: GIG
- ICAO Code: SBGL
- Terminals: The airport has two passenger terminals:-
- Terminal 1 for use by passenger flights operated by the Brazilian Air Force.
- Terminal 2 for use by all other domestic and international flights.
- Amenities: Lounges, duty-free store, foreign currency exchange, information points, free first-aid, free Wi-Fi, wheelchair accessibility, car rentals
Domestic Airports in Brazil
Brazil also has some airports that exclusively serve the purposes of domestic travel. Following are some of the major domestic airports in Brazil:
- São Paulo–Congonhas Airport
One of the airports in Brazil that operates with slot restrictions, the Congonhas airport is another major presence in the region of Sau Paolo.
- Location: Vila Congonhas, São Paulo, Brazil
- Type: Public
- IATA Code: CGH
- ICAO Code: SBSP
- Terminal: 1
- Amenities: VIP lounge, free Wi-Fi, wheelchair accessible parking and entrance, medical services and pharmacy, lost and found, post office
- Santos Dumont Airport
The Santos Dumont Airport, which serves the region of Rio de Janeiro, was established as the first civil airport in Brazil. It has been named after Brazilian aviation pioneer Alberto Santos Dumont since its opening in 1936.
- Location: Salgado Filho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Type: Public/Military
- IATA Code: SDU
- ICAO Code: SBRJ
- Terminals: The airport has two terminals:
- Arrival terminal (original)
- Departure terminal (extension)
- Amenities: Lounges, wheelchair accessibility, post office, luggage storage, duty-free shops, medical facilities
- Montes Claros Airport
This airport serves the namesake city of Montes Claros in Brazil’s Minas Gerais region and mainly operates domestic flights to other cities and capitals in the country.
- Location: João Milton - Jaraguá, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Type: Public
- IATA Code: MOC
- ICAO Code: SBMK
- Terminal: 1
- Amenities: Wheelchair accessibility, charging stations, car rentals, Wi-Fi access, quiet zones
Conclusion
Your travel plans to Brazil may have been sorted with this compilation of the country’s top airports. You should now look up international travel insurance to make the most out your trip. Comprehensive travel insurance will cover any contingencies you might face in a foreign land.
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