Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport
Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport is one of São Paulo’s key air gateways, serving Brazil’s largest city from a location that is especially convenient for travelers heading to central business and residential districts. Known by the codes CGH and SBSP, it is classified as a large airport and is geared mainly toward fast, practical city access rather than long transfers. For visitors, that usually means a more direct arrival and departure experience, with the airport functioning as an efficient base for domestic travel within Brazil.
About Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport
Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport is one of São Paulo’s key air gateways, serving Brazil’s largest city from a location that is especially convenient for travelers heading to central business and residential districts. Known by the codes CGH and SBSP, it is classified as a large airport and is geared mainly toward fast, practical city access rather than long transfers. For visitors, that usually means a more direct arrival and departure experience, with the airport functioning as an efficient base for domestic travel within Brazil.
Overview
Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport is one of São Paulo’s key air gateways, serving Brazil’s largest city from a location that is especially convenient for travelers heading to central business and residential districts. Known by the codes CGH and SBSP, it is classified as a large airport and is geared mainly toward fast, practical city access rather than long transfers. For visitors, that usually means a more direct arrival and departure experience, with the airport functioning as an efficient base for domestic travel within Brazil.
What travelers should know
- The airport sits at an elevation of 2,631 ft (802 m), a useful detail for aviation-minded travelers and anyone checking operational conditions.
- Congonhas operates in the America/Sao_Paulo time zone, so plan arrival times, hotel check-ins, and onward transport accordingly.
- It has two lighted asphalt runways: 17L/35R at 4,905 ft and 17R/35L at 6,365 ft.
- Because it serves São Paulo directly, traffic conditions outside the airport can shape the real length of your journey more than the flight itself.
- Official airport information, passenger updates, and services are available through the Aena Brasil website.
Why it matters for your trip
For many travelers, the main advantage of Congonhas is simplicity: it is an airport that helps you get into São Paulo quickly and start your trip with less friction. Its runway setup supports steady operations, and its urban role makes it especially attractive for short stays, business travel, and quick domestic connections. If your priority is reaching the city efficiently and keeping ground travel manageable, Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport is often a very practical choice.
Routes
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FAQ
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport is located in Sao Paulo, Brazil (South America), at coordinates -23.630°, -46.660°.
- Its IATA code is CGH and its ICAO code is SBSP.
- Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport serves Sao Paulo, Brazil. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport operates on America/Sao_Paulo local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport sits at latitude -23.630° and longitude -46.660°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from CGH. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CGH is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CGH on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is s/nº Avenida Washington Luís, São Paulo, 04626-911, Brazil, the phone number is +55 11 5090-9000, the official website is http://www.infraero.com.br/index.php/br/aeroportos/sao-paulo/aeroporto-de-sao-paulo-congonhas.html. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Brazil. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.