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Regional gateway serving Brazil's Serra Gaúcha wine country.
Opened
1974
Location
Caxias do Sul, Brazil
Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport (IATA: CXJ, ICAO: SBCX) serves Caxias do Sul, the second-largest city in Rio Grande do Sul state, Brazil. The airport is named after Hugo Cantergiani, a prominent local political figure, and functions as a key regional hub connecting the Serra Gaúcha region to major Brazilian cities.
The airport primarily handles domestic routes, with connections to São Paulo and other major Brazilian centers. It serves a region known for its Italian immigrant heritage, wine production, and significant industrial and manufacturing activity, including the automotive and metal industries.
In recent years, the airport has undergone infrastructure improvements to accommodate growing passenger demand from the economically active Caxias do Sul metropolitan area. Its elevation is notable, situated in the highlands of the Serra Gaúcha at approximately 760 meters above sea level.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling domestic flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Caxias do Sul city center is available via taxi, ride-hailing services, and limited bus connections.
Airlines here
LATAM Airlines and Azul Brazilian Airlines have operated routes through CXJ, connecting Caxias do Sul primarily to São Paulo's Congonhas and Guarulhos airports.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Hugo Cantergiani, a former mayor of Caxias do Sul.
- ›Located in the Serra Gaúcha highlands at approximately 760 meters elevation.
- ›Caxias do Sul is one of Brazil's most important industrial cities, driving significant business travel demand.
- ›The airport serves a region famous for Italian-Brazilian culture and wine production.
- ›Runway length and highland location can present operational considerations for certain aircraft types.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
