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BVB Boa Vista International Airport
Boa Vista International Airport (IATA: BVB, ICAO:SBBV) is located in the city of Boa Vista, Brazil. It is the primary international airport serving Boa Vista and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+55953198-0144

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IATA Code

BVB

ICAO Code

SBBV

Name

Boa Vista International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Brazil (BR)

City

Boa Vista

Latitude

2.8413889

Longitude

-60.6922226

Time Zone

UTC−04:00

Phone Number

+55953198-0144

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Airport Overview

Boa Vista International Airport (BVB), identified by ICAO code SBBV, serves Boa Vista in Roraima, northern Brazil. Located at approximately 2.8413889°N and 60.6922226°W, the airport operates in the UTC−04:00 time zone and also shares certain facilities with Boa Vista Air Force Base. Its role is primarily regional and passenger-led rather than that of a dedicated international cargo gateway. For international freight forwarders, the airport is best assessed as a northern Brazilian collection and distribution point, with cargo movements commonly requiring airline or hub connections before onward domestic or international transport. Our service team can verify current acceptance, aircraft capacity, handling arrangements, customs status and connection availability before confirming a routing.

Official airport name	Boa Vista International Airport
IATA / ICAO	BVB / SBBV
City and country	Boa Vista, Roraima, Brazil
Coordinates	2.8413889°N, 60.6922226°W
Time zone	UTC−04:00
Airport telephone	+55 95 3198-0144

Key Highlights

Regional gateway

The airport supports Boa Vista and the wider Roraima market, but should not be treated as a high-volume Brazilian cargo hub.

Hub-dependent routing

International shipments will commonly need a domestic connection or consolidation through another Brazilian gateway; routing depends on current airline schedules and cargo acceptance.

Mixed civil–military environment

Shared airport and air-base facilities make advance confirmation of handling, access and operational procedures especially important.

Limited margin for irregular cargo

Oversized, hazardous, temperature-sensitive or time-critical shipments require carrier pre-approval rather than assumption of local warehouse capability.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Boa Vista International Airport is a scheduled regional airport with passenger-oriented infrastructure. Cargo acceptance is normally subject to the handling arrangements of the operating carrier and its appointed ground handler.
Our service team will confirm whether a shipment can be accepted as general cargo, including warehouse receiving hours, cargo cut-off, documentation cut-off and the availability of build-up or breakdown services.
Do not assume that dedicated cold rooms, pharmaceutical qualification, dangerous-goods storage, bonded warehousing or special cargo equipment are available. These services must be confirmed for the specific flight and handling agent.
For cargo requiring customs control, the exporter or importer should confirm the applicable Brazilian customs process and whether clearance will occur locally or after transfer through another gateway.
For heavy, long or non-standard pieces, our team will obtain aircraft, ULD, ramp and road-feeder limitations before accepting the booking.

Facility availability, warehouse access, handling hours and special-cargo acceptance can change by carrier and operating day. Written confirmation should be obtained before cargo dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical planning involves collection in Roraima, uplift from Boa Vista, and connection through a larger Brazilian gateway before international departure. The exact gateway and airline combination must be checked at booking stage.
Available capacity may be limited by passenger aircraft belly space, aircraft type, seasonal demand, weight restrictions and the acceptance policy of the operating carrier.
Transit time is affected by connection availability, cargo transfer procedures, customs status, weekend or holiday schedules, weather and the need for re-screening or rebooking at the intermediate gateway.
Our service team will quote a routing only after checking the commodity, dimensions, chargeable weight, required delivery date and whether the shipment can move as a through airway bill or requires a separate domestic leg.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland

Boa Vista and other destinations in Roraima form the principal catchment area. Remote collection points may require pre-arranged road feeder transport.

Business shipments

Time-sensitive documents, spare parts, industrial components, telecommunications equipment and general commercial consignments may be suitable, subject to carrier acceptance.

Consumer and retail cargo

Parcelized retail goods, apparel, electronics and replacement products can move through the airport when dimensions, security and connection requirements are met.

Perishables and healthcare

Fresh products, biological materials and pharmaceuticals require pre-arranged temperature handling and a confirmed transfer plan; standard airport acceptance should not be presumed.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off times are carrier- and handler-specific. Our team will confirm the actual cargo acceptance deadline, documentation deadline and any earlier deadline for dangerous goods, live animals or temperature-controlled cargo.
Dangerous goods must be classified, packed, marked, labelled and documented under the applicable IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and the accepting carrier’s procedures. Acceptance requires advance approval.
Air waybill data, commercial invoice, packing list, export declarations and any permits or certificates must be consistent. Brazilian customs requirements can vary by commodity, transaction and routing.
Customs inspection, security screening, irregular documentation, connection failure or a change from through-carriage to local transfer may extend dwell time and create additional handling requirements.
For collection, the consignee or appointed agent should verify release authorization, identification requirements, storage deadlines and whether delivery can be made directly from the handling facility.

Shipping Tips

Send the commodity description, HS classification where available, piece dimensions, gross weight, packing method and commercial value to our service team before requesting a final routing.
Book early for heavy, high-value, dangerous, perishable or medical cargo. Request written confirmation of capacity, aircraft limitations, handling capability and connection protection.
Use robust packaging suitable for repeated handling and transfer. Mark each piece clearly with the air waybill number, consignee details, orientation marks and any approved special-handling labels.
Keep a contingency option through another Brazilian gateway or an alternative domestic transport plan when the shipment is schedule-critical or cannot tolerate a missed connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Boa Vista International Airport handle international air freight?

It may support freight movements connected to international shipments, but the practical routing, customs point and carrier acceptance must be confirmed for each shipment. Our service team will check whether the cargo can move directly or must connect through another Brazilian gateway.

Can I deliver cargo directly to the airport without a booking?

No. Cargo receiving arrangements, cut-off times and security procedures depend on the operating carrier and ground handler. We recommend waiting for a confirmed booking and written delivery instructions.

Are refrigerated or pharmaceutical shipments accepted?

Acceptance depends on confirmed temperature-control equipment, handling staff, flight connection protection and carrier approval. Our team will assess the required temperature range, packaging, monitoring and contingency plan before booking.

What should be prepared for dangerous goods?

Provide the proper shipping name, UN number, class or division, packing group where applicable, quantity, packing details and shipper’s declaration when required. The carrier must approve the shipment before delivery.

How should I plan a shipment with a strict delivery deadline?

Allow time for domestic connection planning, security screening, customs processing and possible schedule disruption. Our service team will compare available routings and can evaluate an alternative Brazilian gateway or road-feeder solution.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport name, codes, location, coordinates, time zone, address and telephone number are based on the airport record supplied for this page. Operational statements are presented as carrier- and handler-dependent logistics guidance and are not a guarantee of current schedules, facilities, customs status or cargo acceptance.

For regulatory and operational verification, our service team cross-checks applicable information with relevant Brazilian aviation and customs authorities, including gov.br/anac and gov.br/receitafederal, together with the operating airline and appointed ground handler. Airport and concession-related information may also be reviewed through vinci-airports.com where applicable.

Schedules, cut-off times, acceptance rules, handling equipment, customs procedures and available routings are time-sensitive. Final shipment decisions should rely on the written confirmation issued for the specific booking.