São Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)

Arriving at Congonhas typically involves a direct walk or bus transfer from the aircraft to the ground-floor arrivals area.

• Deplane via jet bridge or apron bus into the central arrival corridor.
• As scheduled commercial flights at Congonhas are domestic, international passport control and customs processing occur at your initial port of entry into Brazil.
• Follow clear overhead signage to the baggage reclaim hall on the ground floor.
• Collect checked luggage from the designated carousel for your flight.
• Exit through the sliding doors into the public arrival hall to reach transport pickup zones.

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official pre-paid and metered taxis operate from designated ranks outside the arrival terminal.

  Dauer:

  Typically 30-60 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly 40-90 BRL depending on destination and traffic.

• Fahrdienste

  Rideshare

  App-based services such as Uber and 99 pick up passengers at designated curbside areas.

  Dauer:

  Typically 30-60 minutes to central districts.

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly 30-70 BRL depending on demand and destination.

• Zug

  Municipal Bus & Metro

  Local SPTrans buses connect the terminal to nearby Metro stations including São Judas (Line 1-Blue) and Moema (Line 5-Lilac).

  Dauer:

  Typically 45-75 minutes total to central São Paulo.

  Typische Kosten:

  Roughly 5-10 BRL total (bus fare plus metro fare).

• Bus

  Inter-Airport Shuttle Bus

  Airline-operated or private coach services run direct connections between Congonhas and Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).

  Dauer:

  Typically 60-120 minutes depending on heavy ring-road traffic.

  Typische Kosten:

  Free for eligible ticketed airline passengers or roughly 40-60 BRL via commercial operator.

Connecting through Congonhas requires staying within the single terminal structure for domestic flights or transferring to Guarulhos for international departures.

• For domestic-to-domestic connections, follow connecting flight signs to return to the departure gate concourse.
• If changing airlines with unchecked bags, check in at the departure desk on the upper level.
• If connecting to an international flight departing from Guarulhos (GRU), collect all luggage and allow at least 3 to 4 hours for transfer across the city.

Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available throughout the passenger terminal.

• Select the official airport network from your device settings.
• Complete the short registration form on the portal page.
• Re-authentication may be required after a set session period.

Basic banking facilities and automated teller machines are situated in the public areas of the main terminal.

• ATMs accepting international credit and debit cards are located on the main concourse.
• Currency exchange desks operate on the main terminal levels for cash conversion.
• Electronic payments (credit and debit cards) are universally accepted by taxis, rideshare apps, and airport merchants.

A range of food outlets operates across both public and airside sectors of the terminal building.

• Options range from quick-service coffee shops and bakeries to sit-down Brazilian restaurants.
• Outlets are available in both the public landside hall and the post-security departure lounges.
• Food service operates continuously during daily airport operational hours.

Several airline and independent passenger lounges operate in the departures area.

• Lounges are located in the secure departure area past security control.
• Access is granted through premium cabin tickets, frequent flyer status, or paid entry programs.
• Facilities generally include complimentary refreshments, seating, and charging stations.

While no hotel is located directly inside the terminal building, numerous options are situated nearby along Avenida Washington Luís.

• Several business hotels are located within 1 to 2 kilometres of the terminal exit.
• Selected nearby hotels offer complimentary shuttle van services for guests.
• Short taxi or rideshare trips connect the terminal to surrounding accommodation within 5-10 minutes.

Baggage facilities include reclaim carousels in arrivals and luggage storage services in the public hall.

• Baggage reclaim carousels are located immediately past the arrival entry doors.
• Left-luggage (storage) facilities are available for a daily fee in the public area.
• Inquire at your airline's ground handling desk in the arrivals area for lost or damaged luggage.

Basic family facilities are distributed across the main terminal building.

• Baby care rooms equipped with changing tables are available near key toilet facilities.
• Stroller access is straightforward across single-level corridors and via lifts between floors.
• Family-friendly dining options are available throughout the central commercial areas.

• Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)
• Currency Exchange
• Luggage Storage
• Pharmacy
• Baby Care Rooms
• Medical First Aid Post
• Car Rental Desks
• Information Desk

Lokale Notrufnummer: Police: 190 | Medical: 192 | Fire: 193

• Dial 190 for Police, 192 for SAMU (Ambulance/Medical Services), or 193 for Fire/Rescue.
• An emergency medical response post operates inside the terminal to assist passengers requiring urgent care.
• For lost passports or law enforcement matters, visit the Federal Police office situated within the airport.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Aena Brasil - Aeroporto de CongonhasOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• Polícia Federal - Imigração e PassaportesRegierungsquelle
• Receita Federal do Brasil - AlfândegaRegierungsquelle
• SPTrans - São Paulo TransporteOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• Metrô de São PauloOffizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• Ministério da Saúde - Serviços de EmergênciaRegierungsquelle