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Getting to Brumadinho

Short answer

The reference airport is Tancredo Neves International Airport (Confins) (CNF), in Confins, about 90 km (56 mi) from Brumadinho. By car, it is 539 km (335 mi) from São Paulo, a 6h36 drive costing about R$ 334 in fuel and tolls.

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Flying to Brumadinho

The gateway from abroad is Tancredo Neves International Airport, known as Confins (CNF), in Confins, about 90 km from Brumadinho (approximate distance). From Belo Horizonte, 57 km away (a little over 1 hour by car), the route follows the BR-040 and local roads.

By land, driving distances to Brumadinho are: 539 km from São Paulo (about 6 h 35 min) and 438 km from Rio de Janeiro (about 5 h 50 min). Vans and tours also leave from Belo Horizonte.

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 90 km (56 mi) from Brumadinho

Approximate distance; sources vary between 83 and 96 km depending on the route.

Driving to Brumadinho

These are the driving routes to Brumadinho 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 Belo Horizonte
57 km (35 mi) · 1h06
~R$ 32 in fuel and tolls
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From São Paulo
539 km (335 mi) · 6h36
~R$ 334 in fuel and tolls
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From Rio de Janeiro
438 km (272 mi) · 5h48
~R$ 352 in fuel and tolls
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Tours and tickets

Tours and activities in Brumadinho

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Where to stay

Hotels in Brumadinho

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Frequently asked questions

What is the nearest airport to Brumadinho?
The nearest airport to Brumadinho is Tancredo Neves International Airport (Confins) (CNF), in Confins, about 90 km (56 mi) away. Approximate distance; sources vary between 83 and 96 km depending on the route.
How do you get to Brumadinho by air?
Fly to Tancredo Neves International Airport (Confins) (CNF), in Confins, about 90 km (56 mi) from Brumadinho, 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 Brumadinho?
It depends on where you start. From São Paulo, the drive is 539 km (335 mi) and takes about 6h36, costing about R$ 334 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 Brumadinho easy to get to?
Yes: you can drive to Brumadinho from Belo Horizonte, São Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro, and its reference airport is CNF. See the driving routes on this page.
Can I book transfers and activities in Brumadinho in English?
Yes. On this page you will find activities in Brumadinho that you can book in English on Civitatis, with the price updated when you book.
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