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Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport

Aracati, Brazil

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Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport

Aracati, Brazil
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Gateway to Ceará's beaches and the Jericoacoara region.

Location
Aracati, Brazil
Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport (IATA: ARX, ICAO: SBAC) is a regional public airport serving the municipality of Aracati in the state of Ceará, northeastern Brazil. It provides air access to the popular coastal tourism destinations of the region, including the beaches of Canoa Quebrada and proximity to Jericoacoara. The airport underwent expansion and modernization works to support growing tourism demand in the region. It is operated under Brazil's national aviation infrastructure framework and handles primarily domestic regional traffic. The facility's name honors Dragão do Mar, a historical figure from Ceará known for his role in the abolitionist movement in Brazil, reflecting local cultural pride.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building designed to handle regional passenger volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Aracati city center and nearby beach destinations such as Canoa Quebrada is primarily available via taxi and private transfer services.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after 'Dragão do Mar' (Francisco José do Nascimento), a celebrated Ceará abolitionist figure.
  • ›Serves as a gateway to Canoa Quebrada, one of Brazil's most popular beach destinations.
  • ›Located in the Jaguaribe microregion of Ceará state in northeastern Brazil.
  • ›The airport supports regional tourism, which is a primary economic driver for the Aracati area.
  • ›ICAO code SBAC places it within Brazil's national civil aviation registry.
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Gateway to Ceará's windswept coast and kite-surfing paradise

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport serves the municipality of Aracati in the state of Ceará, northeastern Brazil, providing regional air access to one of the country's most celebrated coastal tourism destinations. Named in honor of Dragão do Mar, the legendary Ceará abolitionist Francisco José do Nascimento, the airport supports growing visitor interest in the nearby beaches of Canoa Quebrada and Morro Branco. It functions primarily as a small regional facility connecting the area to major Brazilian hubs.

Terminals
  • Passenger Terminal — A single modest terminal handling regional arrivals and departures with basic check-in and waiting facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available at the terminal exit
  • App-based ride-hailing services (99 and inDrive) operate in the region
  • Minibus transfers to Canoa Quebrada and central Aracati
  • Car rental agencies available on request or in nearby Aracati city
Nearby Hotels
  • Pousada Alternativa (Canoa Quebrada)
  • Long Beach Kite Resort (Canoa Quebrada)
  • Hotel Solar de Aracati (Aracati)
  • Pousada Lua Estrela (Canoa Quebrada)
Dining

The airport terminal offers very limited food and beverage options, so travellers are advised to eat before arrival or departure. The nearby town of Aracati and the beach village of Canoa Quebrada offer a wide range of restaurants serving fresh seafood, local Ceará cuisine, and international dishes. Tapioca, lobster, and regional fruit juices are regional highlights not to be missed.

Traveller Tips
  • Book ground transport in advance as taxis can be scarce during peak tourist season.
  • Canoa Quebrada is approximately 15 km from the airport — confirm your transfer before landing.
  • The coastal wind is strong year-round; pack a light layer even in summer months.
  • Exchange currency or withdraw reais before arriving, as ATM availability near the airport is limited.

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