Belo Horizonte Airport - PLU Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte Airport with code PLU is located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. It was formerly called the Pampulha-Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport. The name was changed in December 16, 2004. Carlos Drummond De Andrade was a famous poet who was born in Minas Gerais. Currently, the airport is operated by Infraero which is responsible for operations of Brazil Airport. Belo Horizonte is translated to Beautiful Horizon. It is the sixth-largest city in Brazil. It has a population of about 2.5 million people. The town falls in 13th place when it comes to the cities of South America. It is also one of the most populous areas in Brazil.
Best Time to Visit
Bela Horizonte Airport or Pampulha Airport opened its doors in 1933. It served as a support facility to the flights being operated by Brazilian Airforce. The flights are from Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza. The first commercial flight happened in 1936 between Belo Horizonte and Rio De Janeiro. Joao Monlevade and Lagoa dos Ingleses are some of the notable cities surrounding the airfield.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Bristol Jaragua Hotel Pampulha is located about 1 mile from the airport and also near the Mineirao Football Stadium. The hotel has wifi, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. Pampulha Design Hotel is within a mile from the airport. It is also within the vicinity of Minerirao Stadium and the famous Church of Saint Francis.
Because PLU Airport is only serving domestic flights, international bound passengers should go to nearby Tancredo Neves/Confins International Airport (CNF).
