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Porto Alegre-Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) is the main gateway to Rio Grande do Sul, located about 6 km north of downtown Porto Alegre. Opened in 1940 and named after former senator and aviation minister Joaquim Pedro Salgado Filho, it serves domestic and international flights and is one of southern Brazil's busiest airports. Its compact layout and proximity to the city make it convenient, though it was severely affected by the May 2024 floods and has since worked to restore full operations.
💡 Local Tip
The Aeromóvel people mover from Terminal 1 to the Trensurb station is free and runs every few minutes-use it to skip taxi queues and reach downtown cheaply.
🚖 Getting There
The quickest public transport option is the Trensurb metro: take the Aeromóvel from Terminal 1 to Estação Aeroporto, then ride the train toward downtown or the metro region. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are readily available outside arrivals, but allow extra time during peak hours. If driving, the airport is close to BR-290 and Avenida das Indústrias, with short-term and long-term parking garages on site.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Porto Alegre-Salgado Filho?
A: The IATA code is POA and the ICAO code is SBPA.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown Porto Alegre?
A: It is about 6 km (3.7 mi) north of the city center, typically a 15-30 minute drive depending on traffic.
Q: What transportation options are available from the airport?
A: Trensurb metro (via the Aeromóvel people mover), public buses, taxis, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and 99 are available.
Q: Which airlines operate at POA?
A: Major Brazilian carriers such as LATAM, Gol, and Azul operate domestic flights, along with some international services; check current schedules as routes can change.
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