Tancredo Thomaz Faria
Tancredo Thomas de Faria Airport, identified by the IATA code GPB, is the small airport serving Guarapuava in the state of Parana, southern Brazil. For travellers, its size is part of its appeal: moving from check-in to the gate is usually simpler and less hectic than at a major hub, which can make arrival and departure feel more straightforward. The airport sits at 3,494 feet (1,065 m) above sea level, a notable elevation that reflects Guarapuava’s highland setting and cooler climate compared with many other Brazilian cities.
About Tancredo Thomaz Faria
Tancredo Thomas de Faria Airport, identified by the IATA code GPB, is the small airport serving Guarapuava in the state of Parana, southern Brazil. For travellers, its size is part of its appeal: moving from check-in to the gate is usually simpler and less hectic than at a major hub, which can make arrival and departure feel more straightforward. The airport sits at 3,494 feet (1,065 m) above sea level, a notable elevation that reflects Guarapuava’s highland setting and cooler climate compared with many other Brazilian cities.
Overview
Tancredo Thomas de Faria Airport, identified by the IATA code GPB, is the small airport serving Guarapuava in the state of Parana, southern Brazil. For travellers, its size is part of its appeal: moving from check-in to the gate is usually simpler and less hectic than at a major hub, which can make arrival and departure feel more straightforward. The airport sits at 3,494 feet (1,065 m) above sea level, a notable elevation that reflects Guarapuava’s highland setting and cooler climate compared with many other Brazilian cities.
What to know
- GPB serves Guarapuava and is a practical gateway for visitors heading into the city and the surrounding inland region.
- The airport operates in the America/Sao_Paulo time zone, so travellers should use that local time when planning flights, pickups, and hotel check-in.
- It has one runway, 8/26, measuring 5,315 feet, with an asphalt surface.
- Because this is a small airport, services may be more limited than at larger Brazilian airports, so it is wise to confirm transport and essentials in advance.
For arriving and departing passengers
The single-runway layout and compact scale make GPB easier to navigate, but they also mean travellers should plan with a little flexibility, especially if weather or schedule changes affect regional operations. If you are flying in for business, countryside travel, or a stop in Guarapuava itself, this airport works best when treated as a convenient regional entry point rather than a full-service hub. Arriving a bit early, checking local ground transport ahead of time, and keeping an eye on flight updates will help the journey go smoothly.
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FAQ
Tancredo Thomaz Faria — 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 Thomaz Faria is located in Guarapuava, Brazil (South America), at coordinates -25.330°, -51.500°.
- Its IATA code is GPB and its ICAO code is SBGU.
- Tancredo Thomaz Faria serves Guarapuava, Brazil. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Tancredo Thomaz Faria 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 Thomaz Faria sits at latitude -25.330° and longitude -51.500°. 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 GPB. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for GPB is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from GPB on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is S/N Rodovia BR-277, Paraná, 85030-230, Brazil, the phone number is +55 42 3627-4991, the official website is http://www.guarapuava.pr.gov.br/noticias/obras-do-aeroporto-tancredo-thomas-de-farias-avancam/. 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.