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Eurico de Aguiar Salles International Airport
Vitória, Brazil

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Eurico de Aguiar Salles International Airport
Vitória, Brazil
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Vitória's gateway on the shores of Espírito Santo Bay.
Opened
1943
Location
Vitória, Brazil
Eurico de Aguiar Salles International Airport, known by its IATA code VIX, serves Vitória, the capital of Espírito Santo state in southeastern Brazil. The airport is named after Eurico de Aguiar Salles, a prominent political figure from the state.
The airport handles both domestic and a limited number of international flights, connecting Vitória to major Brazilian cities such as São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília, as well as some international destinations. It is an important hub for the economically active region, which is known for iron ore exports and the Port of Vitória.
Operated by Fraport Brasil as part of a concession agreement with Brazil's federal government, the airport has undergone infrastructure improvements to modernize facilities and increase capacity to meet growing passenger demand.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal serving both domestic and international flights.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible by taxi, rideshare services, and public bus routes connecting it to central Vitória and the greater metropolitan area.
Airlines here
Major airlines operating at VIX include LATAM Brasil, Gol Linhas Aéreas, and Azul Brazilian Airlines.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is named after Eurico de Aguiar Salles, a former governor and senator from Espírito Santo.
- ›It is located on Goiabeiras peninsula, relatively close to the city center of Vitória.
- ›Fraport Brasil took over management of the airport in 2017 as part of a Brazilian government privatization program.
- ›The surrounding region's economy, driven by steel and iron ore industries, contributes significantly to the airport's cargo traffic.
- ›Despite its international designation, most traffic at VIX is domestic.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
Route map (9 destinations)








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Airlines serving this airport
Routes
VIX → CNFAD · E90 E95
VIX → SDUAD · E90 E95
VIX → SSAAD · AT7 E95 E90
VIX → VCPAD · E95 E90
VIX → CGHG3 · 738
VIX → CNFG3 · 738
VIX → GIGG3 · 738 73G
VIX → GRUG3 · 738 73G
VIX → SDUG3 · 738 73G
VIX → SSAG3 · 73G
VIX → BSBJJ · 320
VIX → CGHJJ · 320 319
VIX → GIGJJ · 320
VIX → GRUJJ · 320
VIX → SDUJJ · 319
VIX → CAWTE · L4T
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Latest news
Air Cargo News· 12/17/2025
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