Layover in Belo Horizonte (CNF)
Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
Plan my Belo Horizonte layover
About Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte is Brazil's sixth largest city and the capital of the state of Minas Gerais. With its orderly grid plan and tree-lined avenues, it's a pleasant metropolis. For travelers, it's a good stopping point on the way to the beautiful colonial towns such as Ouro Preto and Tiradentes.
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How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | Stay at the airport | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | Stay at the airport | Stay at the airport |
| 8 hours | Stay at the airport | Stay at the airport |
| 12 hours | Stay at the airport | Stay at the airport |
Getting into Belo Horizonte
About 30h 49m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 2038 km (1266 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Belo Horizonte?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 65 hours or more to get into Belo Horizonte and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 67 hours or more.
How do I get from CNF to central Belo Horizonte?
Allow about 30h 49m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 2038 km (1266 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to CNF?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.