Joao Suassuna Airport

Overview

Presidente João Suassuna Airport is the main air gateway for Campina Grande in the state of Paraíba, northeastern Brazil. Listed as a medium airport, it carries the codes CPV and SBKG and gives travelers a practical arrival point for business trips, regional visits, and access to one of Brazil’s best-known inland cities. The airport sits at 1,646 feet (502 m) above sea level, a detail that matters more to aviation than to passengers, but it also hints at Campina Grande’s slightly milder feel compared with many lower, hotter parts of the Northeast.

What travelers should know

• The airport serves Campina Grande, an important university, commercial, and cultural center in Brazil’s interior.
• Its single runway, 15/33, is 5,135 feet long and surfaced in asphalt.
• Local time follows the America/Fortaleza time zone, useful when checking flight schedules and transfers.
• The official airport page is operated by Aena Brasil and is the best source for current passenger information: https://www.aenabrasil.com.br/pt/aeroportos/aeroporto-de-campina-grande-presidente-joao-suassuna/index.html

Why it matters for your trip

For many visitors, the value of CPV is convenience: it places you close to Campina Grande itself rather than requiring a longer overland journey from another city. That makes it especially helpful if your plans are centered on meetings, family visits, local events, or exploring the city and surrounding highland region. As with many regional airports, the experience is usually more straightforward than at a major hub, so it is smart to confirm flight times, ground transport, and any service details directly with the airport or your airline before travel.