Tancredo Neves International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (CNF)

How to get to Tancredo Neves International Airport

The city centre of Belo Horizonte is approximately 39 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 45-60 minutes by taxi or executive bus, depending on traffic.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the city center of Belo Horizonte via the MG-010 in approximately 45-60 minutes.

By Train

Belo Horizonte does not have a direct rail connection between the airport and city center; the city metro does not reach the terminal.

By Bus

Move Confins executive bus service connects the airport to the city center and main station, with regular service and luggage compartment.

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Tips Since the airport is quite far from the city, the Move executive bus is often the most convenient and economical choice compared to taxi. If your interest is the colonial historic cities of Minas Gerais (Ouro Preto, Tiradentes), consider renting a car for your entire stay.

Average travel time to CNF

TrainNot available

Shuttle bus45-60 minutes

Taxi / Private hire45-60 minutes

Parking near Tancredo Neves International Airport

The official parking (BH Airport) is located in front of the terminal.

Daily rate at counter: 60-105 BRL; advance online booking reduces this to 26.90 BRL/day.

How to get to Belo Horizonte from CNF

By Train

Belo Horizonte does not have direct rail access between the airport and the city center.

By Bus

The Conexão Aeroporto service connects the airport to central Belo Horizonte via three bus tiers: standard (line 5270, 22.75 BRL), semi-executive (line 5241, 28.70 BRL), and executive (line 5260, 49.50 BRL).

By Taxi

Official taxis wait in the arrivals area; typically over 150 BRL (30+ USD) to the city center, given the roughly 39 km distance; rideshare apps like Uber generally cost less, roughly 80-120 BRL.

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Car rental at Tancredo Neves International Airport

Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for reaching the colonial historic cities of Minas Gerais such as Ouro Preto and Tiradentes.

You will need a driver's license, passport, and credit card; an International Driving Permit is typically requested as well.

Hotels near Tancredo Neves International Airport

Confins airport is about 40 km from downtown Belo Horizonte, a 45-minute to 2-hour drive depending on traffic: much farther than Pampulha, the city airport used for regional flights. The Conexão Aeroporto executive coach links the terminal to downtown with a single stop, in front of the Ouro Minas hotel. Travelers after restaurants, nightlife and the largest concentration of hotels head for Savassi and Lourdes, the city's liveliest neighborhood; Belvedere and Liberdade offer a more institutional alternative, close to offices and historic squares; the historic center, around Praça Sete, remains the cheapest base for those who want to walk among the Art Déco buildings.

Neighbourhood

Savassi and Lourdes

About 40 km from the Confins terminal, a 45-minute to 2-hour drive depending on traffic; the Conexão Aeroporto executive coach stops downtown, not directly in the area.

Best for: Looks for restaurants, nightlife and the city's largest concentration of chain hotels.

Pros

Belo Horizonte's liveliest neighborhood, with restaurants and nightlife on every corner
More international chain hotels than anywhere else in this guide

Cons

The trip from the Confins terminal stays long from any area of the city
Above-average prices compared to the historic center

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Neighbourhood

Belvedere and Liberdade

About 40 km from the Confins terminal, a trip similar to Savassi; an area a bit farther from evening nightlife.

Best for: For those basing themselves for business among offices, institutional squares and the BH Shopping mall.

Pros

Belvedere is a modern neighborhood facing the BH Shopping mall, with views over the hills
Liberdade is a 2-minute walk from Praça da Liberdade and the historic government buildings

Cons

Less walkable evening life than Savassi
Two distinct neighborhoods, a car or taxi is needed to go from one to the other

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City centre

City Center

About 38-40 km from the Confins terminal; the Conexão Aeroporto executive coach arrives right downtown, on Avenida Álvares Cabral.

Best for: For those who want the most affordable base, a few steps from Praça Sete and downtown's Art Déco buildings.

Pros

The only area reached directly by the Conexão Aeroporto executive coach
Lower prices than the other areas in this guide

Cons

A busier and less polished neighborhood than Savassi in the evening
Fewer quality restaurants within walking distance than Savassi and Lourdes

Recommended hotels

Hotel São Bento In downtown Belo Horizonte, with a buffet breakfast praised in reviews; about 38 km from the Confins terminal according to the property. View availability

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Airport services

The airport offers essential services consistent with its role as the primary air gateway to Minas Gerais.

Shopping & Duty Free

A duty-free area features cachaça and cheeses typical of Minas Gerais, including the renowned queijo minas, plus handmade doce de leite.

Lounges & relaxation

Access requires a paid day-pass, with operating hours aligned to departing flights from the terminal.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal area. For a local SIM, operators Vivo, Claro, and TIM have counters at the airport.

Families & Children

Essential family assistance is guaranteed in common terminal areas for families with children.

Terminal guide

From check-in to gate in this modern terminal, the walk takes 10–15 minutes.

During peak hours, customs and security controls may take longer: for international flights, it is advisable to arrive with at least 3 hours in advance.

Map of Tancredo Neves International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Confins or Pampulha for Belo Horizonte?

Confins (CNF) is the main airport with international connections and most domestic flights, but it's farther away (39 km); Pampulha (PLU) is much more central (9 km) but with a more limited flight offering.

Q. Is it worth renting a car at Confins?

Yes, if you plan to visit Minas Gerais's historic colonial towns like Ouro Preto and Tiradentes, which are not well served by public transport from the airport.

Q. Is it true that Belo Horizonte has more bars than any other Brazilian city?

It's a widespread and often-cited claim: the capital of Minas Gerais boasts one of the highest concentrations of bars and botecos per capita in the country, an integral part of its evening social life.