Viracopos International Airport

SBKP / VCP

Campinas, BR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
12 kt
130°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SBKP 040200Z 13012KT CAVOK 20/16 Q1016

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SBKP 032200Z 0400/0424 13015KT CAVOK TN17/0409Z TX29/0418Z BECMG 0406/0408 12010KT BECMG 0416/0418 SCT035 BECMG 0419/0421 13015KT CAVOK RMK PGQ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 120° 10 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BKP
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
10,630 ft 148 ft ASP 128°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SBKP

4,092 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
9.2%
IFR
4%
LIFR
0.8%

Viracopos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 37°C with an average of 23.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 3.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.5%
NE
6.2%
E
12%
SE
40.6%
S
7.5%
SW
3.4%
W
6.5%
NW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.3°C
Range: 11°C to 37°C
11°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,092 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Viracopos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SBKP
IATA Code: VCP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,170 ft MSL

Location

City: Campinas
Country: BR
Latitude: -23.007404°
Longitude: -47.134502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 10,630 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Viracopos International Airport

Overview

Viracopos International Airport serves the Campinas metropolitan area in Brazil, positioned strategically in São Paulo state at 2170 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 10,630 ft runway, it supports significant regional and cargo aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Viracopos are predominantly favorable for flight, with 87.7% of observations indicating VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent southeastern winds averaging 9.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 37°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles. September, November, and January offer the most stable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Its high elevation at 2170 ft MSL and location near Campinas creates potential for moderate terrain interactions and temperature variability. The runway's substantial 10,630 ft length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots on the primary runway. Wind predominantly originates from the southeast at 135 degrees, providing consistent approach predictability. With only 3.6% of observations indicating IFR conditions, visual approaches are highly probable throughout the year.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.