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Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre (SBSP/CGH) — São Paulo, Brazil

At a glance

Operating hours
09:00–02:00 UTC
Port of entry
Yes, with conditions
Fuel
JET A-1, AVGAS
Tower
118.050
Runways
17R/35L, 17L/35R
Elevation
2,634 ft

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 9/10
Observed Activity · Oct 27
157 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 78 on the ground · busiest hour 12:00Z
2026-10-142026-10-27
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBSP
  • Name: Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: -23.62611
  • Longitude: -46.656387
  • Elevation: 2634 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: São Paulo
  • IATA Code: CGH
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBBS
  • Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
  • Distance from City: 9.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 17R/35L

  • Designation: 17R/35L
  • Dimensions: 6365 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 50/F/B/X/T
  • Lighting: PAPI (MEHT 17R:66ft, 35L:61ft), Edge (high), Threshold (high), Taxiway
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME ISP RWY 17R (109.3), ILS/DME ISO RWY 35L (109.7), VOR/DME CGO (116.9)
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I RWY 17R, ILS RWY 35L, VOR/DME, RNP, RNAV
  • Remarks: PCN 50/F/B/X/T. Grooved. THR 17R displaced 103m, THR 35L displaced 27m. EMAS both ends. TORA 1760, LDA 1660.

Runway 17L/35R

  • Designation: 17L/35R
  • Dimensions: 4905 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 38/F/B/X/U
  • Lighting: PAPI (MEHT 17L:45ft, 35R:47ft), Edge, Threshold
  • NAVAIDs: VOR/DME CGO (116.9)
  • Approach Types: VFR day/night, IFR non-precision day/night
  • Remarks: PCN 38/F/B/X/U. Code 2B. THR 35R displaced 60m.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.050, 127.150 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 120.600 MHz
  • ATIS: 127.650 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 09:00 – 02:00
Tuesday 09:00 – 02:00
Wednesday 09:00 – 02:00
Thursday 09:00 – 02:00
Friday 09:00 – 02:00
Saturday 09:00 – 02:00
Sunday 09:00 – 02:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: 0900-0200 UTC (API RMK 2.3 operating hours) for operation between 0200/0900 UTC, o operator da aircraft deve request via e-mail [email protected] e [email protected] for administrationn do airport, with minimum advance notice of 2hrs a aircraft: a) transporting or destined to transport seriously ill or injured persons; b) transporting vital organs for human transplant; c) engaged in search operation

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +55 (11) 2112-3450
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +55 (11) 5090-9000
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.aenabrasil.com.br/en/airports/congonhas-airport/
  • Remarks: Operator: Aena Brasil (since Oct 2023). Tariffs: +55 (11) 5090-9017

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Yes
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: IATA Level 3 (fully coordinated). Max 30 movements/hour. Via CGNA.

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: No customs. Domestic airport operated by Aena Brasil.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx BRL 15/ton (Aena concession)
  • Parking Fee: BRL 8/ton per 3h block
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: BRL
  • Remarks: Aena Brasil concession. Slot-controlled. Second busiest airport in Brazil (~23M pax). Charges vary by peak/off-peak.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (DLY 0800-0200)
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (DLY 0800-0200)

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes, with conditions: International landings and takeoffs only for state flights, with at least 24 hours notice to the airport, which informs ANAC (AD 2.2, ROTAER) Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01
  • APIS Required: No
  • GAR Required: No

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 23:00
  • Curfew End: 06:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Hours 0900-0200 UTC. DOMESTIC ONLY. Fire CAT 7 (B737-MAX 8 removal 223t, H24 +55 11 5090-9001). DUAL ILS: RWY 17R (109.3 CAT I) + RWY 35L (109.7). VOR/DME CGO (116.9). VOR unusable beyond 25NM, sector 230/240 below FL050. EMAS installed both ends RWY 17R/35L. Grooved surface. Visual flight plans PROHIBITED (fixed-wing). Training flights PROHIBITED. Cargo PROHIBITED (except bank mail). Engine tests prohibited 0100-1000 UTC. Cat A ops on 17L/35R time-restricted. GA 2h advance coordination. TWY Sierra/Oscar max 24m wingspan, 15kt. Operator: AENA Brasil.

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Brazil Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: Notification only (no advance time specified for overflight-only; 24 hours recommended)
  • Landing Lead Time: 24 hours (AVANAC for multi-airport); Part 135 charter: allow 5+ business days
Private / GA Operations:

Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time.

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Active NOTAMs

F6053/26
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Danger area
AREA PERIGOSA TEMPORARIAMENTE (SHOW PIROTECNICO) CENTRO COORD 233138.27S/0464042.49W (NUBANK PARQUE) RAIO 150M ACT
2026-12-05 22:30 UTC 2026-12-24 02:45 UTC
F5976/26
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Danger area
AREA PERIGOSA TEMPORARIAMENTE (SHOW PIROTECNICO) CENTRO COORD 233138.27S/0464042.49W (NUBANK PARQUE) RAIO 150M ACT
2026-11-27 22:30 UTC 2026-11-29 02:45 UTC
F6000/26
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Danger area
AREA PERIGOSA TEMPORARIAMENTE (SHOW PIROTECNICO) CENTRO COORD 233138.27S/0464042.49W (NUBANK PARQUE) RAIO 150M ACT
2026-11-14 22:30 UTC 2026-11-19 02:45 UTC

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Checked with DECEA AISWEB at 2026-10-28 01:23 UTC. Also includes NOTAMs from the FAA NOTAM feed.
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of SBSP?
Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre operates from 09:00 to 02:00.
What is the tower frequency at SBSP?
The tower frequency at Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre is 118.050, 127.150 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBSP?
Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBSP require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time. Permit details for Brazil
Does SBSP require slots or PPR?
Slots are required at Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre.
Where is SBSP located?
Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre (SBSP) is located in São Paulo, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBSP?
The IATA code for Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre is CGH.
Does SBSP have an ILS approach?
Yes, Congonhas - Deputado Freitas Nobre has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 17R/35L.
Is SBSP a port of entry?
Yes, with conditions. International landings and takeoffs only for state flights, with at least 24 hours notice to the airport, which informs ANAC (AD 2.2, ROTAER). Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01.