São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH)

São Paulo, Brazil

Overview

São Paulo–Congonhas Airport is the city's close-in domestic airport and one of Brazil's busiest. Located just south of the center, it handles intense domestic shuttle traffic, especially the air bridge to Rio de Janeiro.

Terminals

Two connected passenger terminals handle domestic flights with check-in, gates, and arrivals facilities.

Transport to city center

The financial district and central São Paulo are about 20-30 minutes away by taxi or app-based ride, traffic permitting.

Lounges

Domestic carriers operate lounges for premium passengers.

Travel tips

Allow extra time for São Paulo's notorious traffic, and note that long-haul international flights use Guarulhos instead.

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