Gateway to the Brazilian Amazon along the Solimões River.
Location
Tefé, Brazil
Tefé Airport (IATA: TFF, ICAO: SBTF) serves the municipality of Tefé in the state of Amazonas, Brazil. Situated in the heart of the Amazon basin, it provides essential air connectivity for a region where rivers are the primary means of surface travel.
The airport handles domestic regional traffic, linking Tefé with Manaus and other Amazonian cities. It plays a vital role in supporting access to the Mamirauá Sustainable Development Reserve, one of Brazil's most important protected wetland areas, drawing ecotourism and scientific researchers.
Operations are modest in scale, reflecting the size of the local population and the remote character of the surrounding region. The airport is managed under Brazil's broader network of regional aviation infrastructure.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building serving domestic regional passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to the city center is primarily by taxi or informal vehicle hire, as Tefé lacks an organized public bus service to the airport.
Airlines here
AZUL Brazilian Airlines operates scheduled regional service connecting Tefé to Manaus and other Amazonian destinations.
Notable facts
- ›Tefé Airport serves as a key access point to the Mamirauá Sustainable Development Reserve.
- ›The airport is located in Amazonas state, one of Brazil's most remote and ecologically significant regions.
- ›River transport remains a major alternative to air travel for residents of Tefé and surrounding communities.
- ›The runway is paved and capable of handling turboprop regional aircraft.
- ›Tefé has a population of roughly 60,000–70,000, making it one of the larger interior cities in Amazonas state.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
