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Punctuality of Foz do Iguaçu Airport in August 2026
Guia 3 newsroom · edited by Annie GrellmannEspañolPortuguês
In August 2026, 78.4% of flights arrived at Foz do Iguaçu International Airport within 15 minutes of delay, with an average of 6.2 minutes.
ANAC (VRA) data show that, out of 804 scheduled flights, 632 arrived on time – that is, with a delay of up to 15 minutes – representing 78.4% of arrivals. The average delay was only 6.2 minutes and only 0.1% of flights were canceled.
What this indicates: most flights arrive almost on schedule, reducing the risk of missed connections or disrupted travel plans. However, nearly 22% of arrivals exceed the 15-minute threshold, which can cause waits in arrival areas and possible delays in transfers to hotels or attractions.
For travelers to the Triple Frontier, airport punctuality is an important factor in flight selection and itinerary planning. A good on-time rate makes visits to the Falls, the Itaipu complex, or excursions to Ciudad del Este and Puerto Iguazú easier.
What to do: when booking, check if the flight has a similar punctuality history and, if you have a short connection, consider adding an extra 30-45 minutes between disembarkation and the next leg.
What this means for you: the chance of reaching your destination within 15 minutes of delay is high (78.4%); plan to leave the airport with at least a half-hour buffer to ensure a smooth bus, taxi, or transfer to the city or attractions.
Read also: From Foz airport to downtown: R$ 5 bus, taxi or app
Frequently asked questions
- What was the punctuality rate of flights in August 2026?
- 78.4% of arrivals landed on time (up to 15 minutes delay).
- What was the average delay of the flights?
- The average delay was 6.2 minutes.
- How many flights were canceled?
- 0.1% of flights were canceled, that is, 1 flight out of 804 scheduled.
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