The airport was commissioned in 1979. Due to the construction of nearby
Belo Monte Dam, Altamira Airport underwent a major renovation, including the extension of the runway, and enlargement of the apron and passenger terminal. The renovation began by the end of 2011. Previously operated by
Infraero, on August 18, 2022, the consortium
AENA won a 30-year concession to operate the airport. ==Airlines and destinations==