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Belo Horizonte Confins Airport Guide

5/5 – Great

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Belo Horizonte Confins Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  

The best thing about it has to be the viewing area on the top floor which spans the length of the airport and is indoors. Unfortunately, there is nowhere to sit there. – Stephen P

Airport Overview

Belo Horizonte Confins Airport (code: CNF) has two terminals serving domestic and international flights. Travellers will find a good selection of shops, restaurants and cafes, along with free WiFi. There’s also an indoor viewing area on the top floor that stretches along the terminal, although seating is unavailable.

The airport is open 24 hours, but access to airside areas depends on flight schedules.

Sleeping in Confins Airport

Travellers have reported being able to stay overnight at Confins Airport without problems. Padded seating is available in some areas, although noise can make sleeping difficult. Bring earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones if you plan to spend the night. Sleeping chairs or pods with privacy covers and storage space have also been reported inside the terminal. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby airport hotels offer a shuttle service.

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Airport Hotels & Sleep Pods

If sleeping in Confins airport sounds like a nightmare, check out the sleep pods inside the terminal or book one of the hotels near the airport:

Sleep Pods

Sleeping chairs or pods are reported to be available inside the terminal. They are described as having a privacy cover to block light and noise, with storage space under the seat for personal items. At the time of this update, we had no information about the location or rates. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Hotels near the airport with shuttles

Linx Confins by Wish
(0.3 mi / 0.5 km)  Mid-range hotel.

ibis Styles Confins Aeroporto
(0.8 mi / 1.3 km)  Mid-range hotel.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by purchasing a lounge membership.

Terminal 1 - Domestic

Ambaar Lounge – Portão 7
Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Domestic Departures, after security, near Gate 7 / remote boarding gates.
Hours: 4:30 AM – 11:00 PM. Showers: No confirmed. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door / One Day Pass (currently approximately R$220) • Priority Pass • LoungeKey • Eligible Bradesco and Visa cards.

Ambaar Lounge – Portão 1
Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Domestic Departures, near Gates 1 and 2 (upper level).
Hours: 3:30 AM – 11:00 PM according to BH Airport; Ambaar’s own page currently lists 4:30 AM – 11:00 PM, so there is a source discrepancy. Showers: No confirmed. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Eligible Bradesco and Visa cards.

Advantage VIP Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Landside/Airside, 2nd Floor. Two entrances: landside beside the panoramic terrace and airside beside Gate 2. The landside entrance includes a dedicated Fast Track security channel leading into Domestic Departures.
Hours: Open 24 hours. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Priority Pass • LoungeKey • Eligible credit card and partner programs.

VIP Lounge Inter – BRT
Location: Airside, Domestic Departures, near Gate 1.
Hours: Open 24 hours. Showers: No confirmed. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (recently listed at R$200) • Visa Airport Companion • Eligible Inter Prime / Win customers and other participating cards/programs.

Terminal 2 - International
Ambaar Lounge International
Location: Airside, Terminal 2, International Departures, after passport control, near Gate 60.
Hours: Based on international flight schedules. Showers: Yes, additional fee. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: One Day Pass (currently approximately R$250) • Lounge membership programs • Eligible Bradesco and Visa cards • TAP Business Class • TAP Miles&Go Gold/Navigator • Star Alliance Gold.

Airport Services & Facilities

WiFi: Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “BH Airport WiFi Grátis” network.

Food & Drinks: The airport has a good selection of restaurants, cafes and fast-food outlets on both sides of security. Several landside outlets have offered 24-hour service.

Landside: Bob’s • Backer • Burger King • Casa Bauduco • Cacau Show • Creps • Doog Hot Dog • Eat Food Hall • Espresso Mineiro • Forneria Ouro Preto (24 hours) • Goccia di Latte • Green Station • La Vinicola • L’orizzonte • Living Heineken (24 hours) • Paaca • Subway • The Coffee Shop (24 hours) • Pizza Hut • Rokkon (24 hours) • Villa Francisca

Airside: Barão Mineiro • California Café • Casa do Pão de Queijo • Cozi • Eat & Co. • Goccia di Latte • Juice & Toast • Kopenhagen • Liqd Bar • Nutty Bavarian • Snoopy Café • Sports Bar • Starbucks • Subway

Vending machines are also available.

A traveller reported drinking water near restroom entrances in August 2024.

Mobile Charging: Power outlets use 220V sockets that do not accommodate standard U.S.-style plugs. Bring a suitable adapter if needed.

Showers: Showers have been available in an airport lounge. Access conditions and current availability are unconfirmed.

Luggage Storage: Lockers have been available outside the terminal. Tickets were sold at Drogaria Air Farma, between the information desk and check-in area on the ground floor. Confirm that this arrangement is still available before relying on it.

Transportation: Confins Airport is approximately 40 km from central Belo Horizonte. Conexão Aeroporto operates executive and regular bus services connecting the airport with the city centre, including the main bus station and Álvares Cabral. Travel times range from approximately 50 to 80 minutes, depending on the service. Taxis, ride-hailing services and car rentals are also available. If you’re arriving late at night, check bus schedules in advance.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

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Last updated: 2026-02-05

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.

Airport at a Glance

Sleepability:

7 Reviews
Great
Nearest Hotel Within 5 minutes from the airport
Sleep Cabins and/or Pods Unconfirmed
Day Rooms No