Contagem to Volta Redonda flights
Volta Redonda lies 288 km (179 mi) south of Contagem, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 7 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Contagem | Volta Redonda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 627,123 | 279,971 |
| Elevation | 945 m (3,100 ft) | 400 m (1,312 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Nearest large airport | CNF, 34 km out | GIG, 93 km out |
| Postal codes | 32000-000 | 27200-000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Contagem
Contagem is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF), 34 km (21 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Volta Redonda
Volta Redonda is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG), 93 km (58 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport | GIG | 93 km (58 mi) | 13,123 ft | 28 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Volta Redonda from Contagem?
288 km (179 mi) in a straight line, south of Contagem.
How long does it take to get from Contagem to Volta Redonda by air?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Contagem and Volta Redonda?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Contagem to Volta Redonda flights?
Typically Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) to Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.