Is a 1 hr layover in Sao Paulo long enough?
Yes, 1 hour is probably enough for a layover at CGH (Sao Paulo).
Is 1 hour enough for a layover at Congonhas (CGH)?
Ample time, useful buffer if connecting onward via ground transport to GRU for international flights.
What is the minimum connection time at CGH?
Minimum connection times at Congonhas: Domestic-to-Domestic is 35 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 1 hour connection at CGH on an international flight?
1 hour clears the 60-minute international minimum connection time at Congonhas, but you should still head directly to your gate. All gates sit within a single, single-level terminal building, so passengers simply walk between wings along a central concourse. There is no airside train or shuttle because the terminal footprint is small enough to cover on foot in a few minutes. Security screening is centralized at terminal entry, so transferring passengers who stay airside typically do not need to re-screen.
How much time do I need for a layover at CGH?
We recommend at least 40 minutes for a comfortable connection at Congonhas. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 12 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 12 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at CGH?
If you miss a connection, LATAM and GOL both have staffed transfer desks in the terminal that can rebook you on the next shuttle flight, which on the Rio-São Paulo route often departs within the hour given high frequency.