To enhance accessibility for delegations attending COP30 this November, the number of national and international flights to Belém, the capital of Pará, is set for a significant expansion. This specialized network features new routes and increased frequency of existing connections, particularly among cities in Brasil’s Northern region, thereby strengthening regional integration during the event.
The growth in domestic travel seats is projected at 23.3% compared to November of last year, according to data from the Brazilian Association of Airlines (Associação Brasileira das Empresas Aéreas/Abear) and the National Civil Aviation Agency (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil/Anac). In absolute numbers, this translates to over 46,000 additional seats, totaling 245,700. Consequently, 221 new domestic flights to Belém will be added during the month of COP30, bringing the total to 1,395 flights.
For international destinations, the increase is even more pronounced, with a 44% rise in available seats—from 3,888 to 5,610. In terms of flights, this represents an increase from 22 to 31 trips. These figures also refer to last November.
“We’re witnessing an unprecedented moment. COP30 is a strategic priority for the federal government, and air connectivity is a pivotal element. The new network expands access to the Amazon region and reinforces our commitment to an inclusive conference on a global scale,” states Candyce Rocha, advisor to the Special Secretariat for COP30 (Secop), which is linked to the Office of the Chief of Staff of the Presidency of the Republic.
Tourism Minister Celso Sabino underscored the Brazilian government’s dedication to hosting COP30. “This expansion marks a milestone for tourism and for Brazil’s preparation to host the planet’s largest climate conference. We are working to guarantee not only infrastructure but also seamless access. Belém will be more connected to Brazil and the world,” Minister Celso Sabino remarked during the Tourism in Action – Pará Edition event on Thursday, July 10.
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The federal government has also earmarked over BRL 72.7 million for infrastructure projects across the state. This funding will benefit 23 cities, including Belém.
The capital hosting COP30 is set to receive BRL 1.5 million for the urban redevelopment of the Portal of Amazônia, a site that offers various leisure options and hosts numerous events. An additional BRL 4.4 million is also planned for implementing tourist signage at various points throughout the capital, involving the installation of 721 signs.
