Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport
Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport is the main air gateway for Caxias Do Sul, an important city in Brazil’s Serra Gaucha region known for industry, wine tourism, and mountain scenery. Listed under IATA code CXJ and ICAO code SBCX, this medium airport is a practical arrival point for visitors heading into the city or exploring the wider highland area of Rio Grande do Sul. Its setting at 2,472 feet (753 m) above sea level gives it a noticeably elevated location, which can mean cooler conditions than in lower-lying parts of Brazil.
About Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport
Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport is the main air gateway for Caxias Do Sul, an important city in Brazil’s Serra Gaucha region known for industry, wine tourism, and mountain scenery. Listed under IATA code CXJ and ICAO code SBCX, this medium airport is a practical arrival point for visitors heading into the city or exploring the wider highland area of Rio Grande do Sul. Its setting at 2,472 feet (753 m) above sea level gives it a noticeably elevated location, which can mean cooler conditions than in lower-lying parts of Brazil.
Overview
Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport is the main air gateway for Caxias Do Sul, an important city in Brazil’s Serra Gaucha region known for industry, wine tourism, and mountain scenery. Listed under IATA code CXJ and ICAO code SBCX, this medium airport is a practical arrival point for visitors heading into the city or exploring the wider highland area of Rio Grande do Sul. Its setting at 2,472 feet (753 m) above sea level gives it a noticeably elevated location, which can mean cooler conditions than in lower-lying parts of Brazil.
Quick facts
- Serves: Caxias Do Sul, Brazil
- Airport type: Medium airport
- Elevation: 2,472 ft / 753 m
- Runway: 15/33, 5,479 ft, asphalt
- Time zone: America/Sao_Paulo
What to expect
For travellers, the airport’s single asphalt runway, designated 15/33, reflects its regional role: compact, straightforward, and generally easier to navigate than a major international hub. That usually means shorter distances from check-in to boarding and a less overwhelming arrival experience, which is helpful if you are continuing by car or taxi into Caxias Do Sul. Because the airport operates in the America/Sao_Paulo time zone, it aligns with the standard local time used across much of southeastern and southern Brazil, making onward planning simple for domestic visitors. Overall, Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport is best viewed as a convenient, no-fuss entry point for business trips, regional connections, and access to the surrounding mountain communities.
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FAQ
Hugo Cantergiani Regional 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.
8 common questions
- Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport is located in Caxias do Sul, Brazil (South America), at coordinates -29.170°, -51.180°.
- Its IATA code is CXJ and its ICAO code is SBCX.
- Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport serves Caxias do Sul, Brazil. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Hugo Cantergiani Regional 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.
- Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport sits at latitude -29.170° and longitude -51.180°. 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 CXJ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for CXJ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from CXJ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- 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.