Tancredo Neves International Airport
Tancredo Neves International Airport, identified by IATA code CNF and ICAO code SBCF, is the main large airport serving Belo Horizonte in southeastern Brazil. Sitting at an elevation of 2,721 feet (829 m), it handles domestic and international traffic and is an important gateway for travellers heading to Minas Gerais. For visitors, that means a well-established airport geared to higher passenger volumes than a small regional field, with the infrastructure and connectivity expected from a major city airport.
About Tancredo Neves International Airport
Tancredo Neves International Airport, identified by IATA code CNF and ICAO code SBCF, is the main large airport serving Belo Horizonte in southeastern Brazil. Sitting at an elevation of 2,721 feet (829 m), it handles domestic and international traffic and is an important gateway for travellers heading to Minas Gerais. For visitors, that means a well-established airport geared to higher passenger volumes than a small regional field, with the infrastructure and connectivity expected from a major city airport.
Overview
Tancredo Neves International Airport, identified by IATA code CNF and ICAO code SBCF, is the main large airport serving Belo Horizonte in southeastern Brazil. Sitting at an elevation of 2,721 feet (829 m), it handles domestic and international traffic and is an important gateway for travellers heading to Minas Gerais. For visitors, that means a well-established airport geared to higher passenger volumes than a small regional field, with the infrastructure and connectivity expected from a major city airport.
What travellers should know
- CNF serves Belo Horizonte and the surrounding region, making it a practical arrival point for city stays, business trips, and wider travel across Minas Gerais.
- The airport operates in the America/Sao_Paulo time zone, useful to confirm when planning connections, transfers, or early departures.
- Its runway is 16/34, measuring 11,811 feet, with an asphalt surface and lighting, which supports regular operations in varied conditions.
- The field elevation of 829 m means the airport sits noticeably higher than sea-level airports, something aviation enthusiasts may find interesting.
- Official airport information is available through Infraero at http://www.infraero.gov.br/usa/aero_prev_home.php?ai=207.
Why it matters for your trip
For most travellers, the practical advantage of Tancredo Neves International Airport is reliability and reach: as a large airport, it is designed to support steady airline activity and smoother onward travel than smaller alternatives. If you are visiting Belo Horizonte, arriving here usually means better transport options and easier coordination for pickups, car hire, or onward flights. Checking the official site before travel is still wise, especially for terminal guidance, service updates, and any last-minute operational information.
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FAQ
Tancredo Neves International 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
- Tancredo Neves International Airport is located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil (South America), at coordinates -19.630°, -43.960°.
- Its IATA code is CNF and its ICAO code is SBCF.
- Tancredo Neves International Airport serves Belo Horizonte, Brazil. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Tancredo Neves International 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.
- Tancredo Neves International Airport sits at latitude -19.630° and longitude -43.960°. 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 CNF. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CNF is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CNF on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is s/n LMG-800, Minas Gerais, 33500-900, Brazil, the phone number is +55 31 3689-2700, the official website is http://www.bh-airport.com.br/. 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.