Natal International Airport (NAT)

Natal International Airport (NAT Airport) is located in the heart of Brazil’s Sao Goncalo do Amarante. Operated by Consortium Inframerica, this airport serves Natal and other surrounding areas. It is also called Greater Natal International Airport. 

Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport (NAT Airport) was planned way back in 2007 as an intermodal airport. This is the first airport in the country that is being operated by a private company. It started operations in 2014. 

GeneraI Information about Natal Airport

The following table is an overview of NAT Airport indicated below:

AirportNatal International Airport
Airport TypePublic
OperatorInframérica (2011–2023)Zurich Airport Brasil (2023–present)
Built In (Year)31 May 2014
ServesNatal
Hubs forItapemirim Transportes Aéreos
Natal Airport CodeNAT
Natal Airport TerminalsOne Terminal
Natal International Airport Runway1
Natal International Airport Coordinates05°46′08″S 035°21′59″W
Natal Airport AddressAv. Dr. Ruy Pereira dos Santos, 3100 – Aeroporto, São Gonçalo do Amarante – RN, 59290-000, Brazil
Contact Number55 84 3343-6060
Websitewww.natal.aero/br
Elevation83 m / 272 ft

Natal Airport Code

Natal Airport code is NAT. This three-letter IATA code is based on the Natal area (Brazil) that the airport serves. Its elevation above sea level is 83 meters. 

IATA CODENAT
ICAO CODESBSG
FAA CODE
WORLD AREA CODE316
COUNTRY CODEBRA
ZIP CODERN 59290-000
IATA METROPOLITAN CODENAT

Natal Airport Map

The Natal Airport location map is a useful tool for finding your way around the airport, and for planning your journey.

Natal International Airport Runway

Natal International Airport (NAT) is serviced by a single asphalt runway: 12/30. 

NameLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
12-309,843 ft197 ftAsphaltYes

It handles 17,854 aircraft operations annually. 

Natal Airport Terminal

The Natal International Airport, also known as Gov. Aluízio Alves International Airport. Greater Natal International Airport (NAT) has only one terminal. It is a modern and well-equipped terminal that handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has a wide variety of services and amenities, including:

  • ATMs and banks
  • Duty-free shops
  • Food and beverage outlets
  • Retail stores
  • Medical center
  • Business center
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Passenger assistance services

Nearest Airports to Natal International Airport (NAT)

Some of the closest airports to NAT Airport are:

  • Augusto Severo Airport : 22 km 
  • Currais Novos Airport : 141 km 
  • Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport : 161 km 
  • Presidente Joao Suassuna International Airport : 177 km 
  • Dix-Sept Rosado Airport : 229 km 

Major Passenger Airlines Operating from Natal Airport

The following airlines operate from Natal Airport:

  • Azul Brazilian Airlines
  • Gol Transportes Aereos
  • LATAM Brasil
  • TAP Air Portugal

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