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Cirilo Queiróz Airport (AMJ)

Almenara, Brazil · small airport · -16.166° -40.684° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeAMJ
ICAO CodeSNAR
Typesmall airport
NameCirilo Queiróz Airport
MunicipalityAlmenara
CountryBrazil
ContinentSA
Latitude-16.166° S
Longitude-40.684° W
Elevation640 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBrazil
ISO Code
RegionAlmenara
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-3
DST OffsetUTC-3
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – October
Dry season in most of South America
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Dry: May–OctWet: Nov–Apr

✈ Airlines Serving AMJ

LA — LATAM AirlinesG3 — Gol AirlinesAR — Aerolíneas ArgentinasAV — Avianca

🌡 Climate — Tropical (16.2°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Cirilo Queiróz Airport (AMJ/SNAR) is a small public airport serving Almenara, a municipality in the Jequitinhonha Valley of Minas Gerais, Brazil. It is located just north of the city center and primarily supports general aviation, air taxis, and charter flights rather than large commercial airline service. Its compact facilities make it a convenient regional gateway for the lower Jequitinhonha area.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call ahead to confirm fuel, handling, and after-hours access—especially on weekends—since this small airfield may not be continuously staffed.
🚖 Getting There

The airport is only a short drive from central Almenara, so taxis or pre-booked transfers are the simplest way to reach town. Public bus service to the terminal is not a reliable option; if using ride-hailing, expect longer waits or limited availability. For early or late flights, arrange your pickup in advance because local transport options thin out outside daytime hours.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Cirilo Queiróz Airport?
A: The IATA code is AMJ and the ICAO code is SNAR.

Q: Where is Cirilo Queiróz Airport located?
A: It serves Almenara, Minas Gerais, Brazil, in the Jequitinhonha Valley, roughly 2–3 km from the city center.

Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights from AMJ?
A: The airport mainly handles general aviation, private aircraft, air taxis, and charter operations; scheduled commercial service is limited or not currently available, so check with local operators.

Q: How should I plan ground transport from the airport?
A: Pre-arrange a taxi or transfer, as public transport at the terminal is limited and ride-hailing may be unreliable in Almenara.

AI-generated content · Generated Oct 2, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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