Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport (CGH)

Named after the property of the descendants–Vila Congonhas, Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport code (CGH Airport) is one of the most popular airports in Brazil. It is also regarded as one of the busiest airport facilities in Brazil by passenger traffic.

Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport code (CGH Airport) is renowned for its modern architecture. 

Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport Code

Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport code (CGH Airport) is CGH. This three-letter IATA code has been derived from its location at Vila Congonhas. Its elevation above sea level is 802 meters. 

GeneraI Information about Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport

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

AirportSão Paulo/Congonhas Airport – Deputy Freitas Nobre
Airport TypePublic
OperatorInfraero (1977–2022)AENA (2022–present)
Built In (Year)12 April 1936
ServesSão Paulo
Hubs forGol TransportesAéreosLATAM Brasil
Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport CodeCGH, SBSP
Congonhas-São Paulo Airport TerminalsOne Terminal
CGH Airport Runway2
CGH Airport Coordinates23°37′34″S 046°39′23″W
Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport AddressAv. Washington Luís, s/nº – Vila Congonhas, São Paulo – SP, 04626-911, Brazil
Contact Number55 11 5090-9000
Elevation802 m / 2,631 ft

Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport Map

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

Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport (CGH) Runways

Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport has two runways.

NameLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
17R-35L6,365 ft148 ftAsphaltYes
17L-35R4,708 ft148 ftAsphaltYes

These runways handle 217,254 aircraft operations along with 57,417 tonnes of cargo annually.

Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport Terminal

The central part of the terminal has been undergoing a makeover since 2003 while maintaining the grandeur of its historical heritage. The current airport terminal is spread across an area of 554,718 square feet.

Nearest Airports to Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport (CGH)

Some of the closest airports to CGH Airport are:

  • Aruja Airport 41.46 km
  • Santos Airport 49.6   km
  • Viracopos Airport 84.54 km

Major Airlines Operating from Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport

The following airlines operate from Congonhas Sao Paulo Airport:

  • Azul Brazilian Airlines
  • Gol Transportes Aereos
  • LATAM Brasil
  • Voepass Linhas Aereas

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