Tancredo Thomaz Faria

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.