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Getting to Belo Horizonte

Short answer

The reference airport is Tancredo Neves International Airport (Confins) (CNF), in Confins, about 40 km (25 mi) from Belo Horizonte. By car, it is 586 km (364 mi) from São Paulo, a 7h drive costing about R$ 360 in fuel and tolls.

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Flying to Belo Horizonte

The gateway from abroad is Tancredo Neves International Airport, known as Confins (CNF), about 40 km from downtown; it handles the international flights and most of the domestic ones. Pampulha Airport (PLU), about 9 km away, serves regional flights.

By land, driving distances are: 586 km from São Paulo (about 7 h), 434 km from Rio de Janeiro (about 6 h) and 716 km from Brasília (about 8 h).

Routes and airlines change often; the safest approach is to check them when planning your trip.

Nearest airport
CNFTancredo Neves International Airport (Confins)
Confins · about 40 km (25 mi) from Belo Horizonte
Alternative
PLUPampulha Airport (Carlos Drummond de Andrade)
Belo Horizonte · about 9 km (6 mi)

It handles the international flights and most of the domestic ones.

Driving to Belo Horizonte

These are the driving routes to Belo Horizonte from the main cities of origin, with distance, travel time and estimated fuel cost for a car that gets 11 km per liter. Amounts are in Brazilian reais (R$).

From São Paulo
586 km (364 mi) · 7h
~R$ 360 in fuel and tolls
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From Rio de Janeiro
434 km (270 mi) · 6h
~R$ 349 in fuel and tolls
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From Brasília
716 km (445 mi) · 8h
~R$ 488 in fuel and tolls
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Tours and tickets

Tours and activities in Belo Horizonte

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Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip
8.9· 197 reviews

Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip

On this day trip to Ouro Preto and Mariana from Belo Horizonte we'll get to know its great artistic and religious heritage - a must!

10 h
from US$ 71
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Belo Horizonte Guided Tour
9.2· 120 reviews

Belo Horizonte Guided Tour

Discover the historical importance of the capital of Minas Gerais on this guided tour of Belo Horizonte, one of Brazil's great tourist destinations.

4 h
from US$ 41
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São João del Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip
8.8· 60 reviews

São João del Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip

To understand the fascinating history of the state of Minas Gerais, this day trip to São João del Rei and Tiradentes from Belo Horizonte is a must.

14 h
from US$ 98
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Inhotim Institute Tour
8.8· 42 reviews

Inhotim Institute Tour

If you like contemporary art you can't miss this trip to the open-air museum Instituto Inhotim - one of the cultural centres of Brazilian state of Minas Gerais

10 h
from US$ 75
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Where to stay

Hotels in Belo Horizonte

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Ouro Minas Hotel Belo Horizonte, Dolce by Wyndham in Belo Horizonte 8.8 ★★★★★ · 128 reviews Ouro Minas Hotel Belo Horizonte, Dolce by Wyndham See on Booking → Nobile Inn Pampulha in Belo Horizonte 8.6 ★★★ · 106 reviews Nobile Inn Pampulha See on Booking → Dayrell Hotel e Centro de Convencoes in Belo Horizonte 8.5 ★★★★ · 122 reviews Dayrell Hotel e Centro de Convencoes See on Booking → Normandy Hotel in Belo Horizonte 8.5 ★★★ · 54 reviews Normandy Hotel See on Booking →
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Frequently asked questions

What is the nearest airport to Belo Horizonte?
The nearest airport to Belo Horizonte is Tancredo Neves International Airport (Confins) (CNF), in Confins, about 40 km (25 mi) away. Alternative: Pampulha Airport (Carlos Drummond de Andrade) (PLU), in Belo Horizonte, about 9 km (6 mi) away. It handles the international flights and most of the domestic ones.
How do you get to Belo Horizonte by air?
Fly to Tancredo Neves International Airport (Confins) (CNF), in Confins, about 40 km (25 mi) from Belo Horizonte, and cover the rest of the way overland. Flight routes and schedules change often: check them when you plan your trip.
Is it better to drive or fly to Belo Horizonte?
It depends on where you start. From São Paulo, the drive is 586 km (364 mi) and takes about 7h, costing about R$ 360 in fuel and tolls. From distant origins, flying usually saves time; from nearby cities, driving gives you more freedom. Compare the cost of the drive with the price of a plane ticket before you decide.
Is Belo Horizonte easy to get to?
Yes: you can drive to Belo Horizonte from São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília, and its reference airport is CNF. See the driving routes on this page.
Can I book transfers and activities in Belo Horizonte in English?
Yes. On this page you will find activities in Belo Horizonte that you can book in English on Civitatis, with the price updated when you book.
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