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OPO Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport
Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport (IATA: OPO, ICAO:LPPR) is located in the the city of Porto, Portugal. Phone Number :+351800201002

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IATA Code

OPO

ICAO Code

LPPR

Name

Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport

Type

Country / Region

Portugal (PT)

City

Porto

Latitude

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Longitude

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Time Zone

Phone Number

+351800201002

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Airport Overview

Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport（OPO / LPPR）

Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport is an international passenger and cargo gateway serving Porto and northern Portugal. The airport is located approximately 11 km northwest of central Porto and lies within the municipalities of Maia, Matosinhos and Vila do Conde. Its logistics role is primarily that of a regional export gateway and European connection point, with cargo commonly moving as belly freight on passenger services or through confirmed cargo connections. Our service team can coordinate booking, documentation, customs communication and collection planning according to the actual airline and ground-handler allocation.

Airport name	Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport
Location	Porto, Portugal
IATA / ICAO	OPO / LPPR
Airport type	International commercial airport with regional air-cargo functions
Airport contact	+351 800 201 002

Key Highlights

Regional gatewayUseful for shipments originating in northern Portugal and the wider Porto industrial area, reducing unnecessary inland repositioning to another national gateway.
Mixed passenger-cargo profileAvailable uplift is commonly linked to passenger-network capacity and confirmed airline acceptance rather than a dedicated freighter schedule.
European connectivityShipments may be routed directly where capacity exists or connected through a European hub; routing and transit time must be confirmed per booking.
Road feeder dependencyCollection and delivery planning across Portugal, Spain and other European markets requires coordination with trucking availability, customs status and cut-off times.
Control-point disciplineAdvance submission of master and house air waybill data, commercial documents and special-cargo declarations helps reduce acceptance and screening delays.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Facility allocation, acceptance windows and handling capability depend on the appointed airline and ground handler.

Air-cargo acceptance: General cargo is normally processed through the airport’s appointed cargo-handling chain. Booking confirmation should identify the handling point, physical acceptance location and required delivery documents.
Security screening: Cargo may require screening or an approved secure-supply-chain status before loading. Packaging must remain accessible for inspection without compromising the shipment.
Customs-controlled handling: Import, export and transit shipments should be matched to the correct customs procedure before delivery to the cargo facility. Our service team can coordinate document preparation and broker communication.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Pharmaceutical, biological and perishable shipments require advance confirmation of available temperature-controlled handling, acceptance limits, packaging type and transfer exposure.
Dangerous goods and special cargo: Acceptance is subject to airline capability, IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, package marking, declaration quality and any route-specific restrictions.
Collection and delivery: Release timing depends on customs clearance, airline release, handling completion, truck appointment and consignee readiness; airport-side collection should not be arranged solely from flight arrival time.

Routes & Transit Times

European distribution: Shipments may move on direct passenger capacity, scheduled cargo capacity where offered, or via a European hub selected by the airline according to destination, allotment and cargo type.
Long-haul connections: Intercontinental cargo is generally planned around confirmed hub connectivity, aircraft belly capacity, transfer rules and the acceptance limits of the onward carrier.
Road-air combinations: For destinations with limited uplift from Porto, a bonded or controlled road feeder to another gateway may be evaluated. The customs status and handover point must be agreed before dispatch.
Transit planning: Actual transit time varies with booking confirmation, cut-off, screening, weekends and public holidays, customs intervention, weather, capacity controls and missed-connection recovery. Our team provides a confirmed routing rather than an assumed schedule.

Airline, routing, flight number, frequency and transit time are subject to live confirmation. No shipment should be delivered to the cargo terminal until the booking-specific acceptance instruction is issued.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Porto metropolitan areaSupports manufacturers, distributors and exporters around Porto, Maia, Matosinhos, Vila do Conde and adjoining northern Portuguese logistics corridors.
Industrial exportsTypical air-freight candidates include urgent industrial components, machinery parts, automotive-related items, electrical equipment and production-line spares.
Textiles and footwearTime-sensitive samples, replenishment orders, fashion goods and high-value finished products may require air transport when road or ocean schedules do not meet the commercial deadline.
Perishables and food productsFresh or chilled products require pre-clearance of packaging, temperature range, handling availability, phytosanitary or health documentation and destination import rules.
Express and e-commerce cargoSmall parcels and urgent commercial shipments require accurate consignee data, valuation, commodity descriptions and a delivery plan capable of handling customs release.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline and handler cut-offs can differ by commodity, destination, security status and day of operation. Our team confirms cargo-ready time, document cut-off and physical delivery cut-off separately.
Accurate declaration: Commercial invoices should state a specific commodity description, quantity, value, origin and Incoterms where applicable. Vague descriptions such as “parts” or “samples” may trigger clarification or customs delay.
Special cargo: Dangerous goods, lithium batteries, dry ice, live animals, human remains, perishables and pharmaceutical products must be declared before booking. Acceptance depends on airline approval and supporting documents.
Inspection and release: Customs inspection, security re-screening, document discrepancy or unpaid duties can extend dwell time. Consignee, broker and trucker contact details should be available before arrival.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the origin, destination, commodity, gross weight, dimensions, package count, ready time and desired delivery date before requesting a rate.
Provide the commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill instructions and any license, certificate or special-cargo document early enough for airline and customs review.
Use strong, stackable packaging with accurate dimensions and gross weight. For temperature-sensitive or fragile cargo, specify the acceptable exposure range and handling requirement rather than relying only on package labels.
Ask us to compare direct uplift, European hub connection and controlled road-air alternatives when capacity, cost or delivery risk makes the first routing unsuitable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport handle export cargo for northern Portugal?

Yes, it is commonly used as an international gateway for Porto and northern Portugal. The practical choice depends on destination, airline capacity, commodity, customs procedure and the location of the shipper.

Is every destination served by a direct flight from Francisco de Sa Carneiro Airport?

No. Direct availability varies by season, airline network, aircraft capacity and destination. Our service team checks the live booking option and can evaluate a European hub or road-air alternative when required.

How early should cargo be delivered to the airport?

There is no single universal cut-off. The confirmed airline and handling instruction determines the document and physical delivery deadlines. Special cargo normally requires earlier pre-alert and approval than standard general cargo.

Can temperature-controlled or dangerous-goods shipments be accepted?

They may be accepted subject to airline, handler, route and regulatory approval. Send the product classification, safety data, packaging details, temperature requirement and relevant declarations to our team before cargo dispatch.

What commonly causes import cargo release delays?

Frequent causes include incomplete invoice data, inconsistent weight or package count, missing permits, incorrect customs instructions, inspection selection, unavailable consignee or broker contacts and truck arrival before release authorization.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, operator information and airport-related operational references should be verified against the official airport operator domain: aeroportos.pt.

International airport-code conventions and air-transport terminology can be cross-checked through the International Air Transport Association: iata.org.

Aerodrome and aviation-standard references can be cross-checked through the International Civil Aviation Organization: icao.int.

The airport identifiers and contact details in this module follow the supplied airport record. Airline schedules, cargo cut-offs, facility availability, customs status, charges and transit times are dynamic and must be confirmed for each shipment.