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Dom Ricardo Weberberger Airport

Barreiras, Brazil

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Dom Ricardo Weberberger Airport

Barreiras, Brazil
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Regional gateway serving western Bahia's agricultural heartland.

Location
Barreiras, Brazil
Dom Ricardo Weberberger Airport, designated by IATA code BRA and ICAO code SNBR, serves the city of Barreiras in the western region of the state of Bahia, Brazil. The airport plays an important role in connecting this inland agricultural hub to major Brazilian cities, supporting both passenger travel and cargo operations tied to the region's soy and grain industries. The airport is named in honor of Dom Ricardo Weberberger, a bishop who served the local Catholic diocese. It is administered under Brazil's regional airport network and has seen investment linked to the economic growth of the western Bahia cerrado region, which is one of Brazil's most productive agricultural zones.
Terminals
The airport operates a single modest terminal building designed to handle regional passenger volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and central Barreiras is primarily served by taxis and private vehicles, as the city lacks a formal public transit link to the terminal.
Airlines here
LATAM Airlines and Azul Brazilian Airlines have historically operated routes connecting Barreiras to cities such as Salvador and São Paulo.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport serves a region known as one of Brazil's most productive soybean and cotton farming areas.
  • ›Barreiras is a key logistics hub in western Bahia, and the airport supports agribusiness-related travel.
  • ›The airport's name honors Dom Ricardo Weberberger, a former local Catholic bishop.
  • ›The runway is capable of handling turboprop and narrow-body jet aircraft used in regional Brazilian service.
  • ›Western Bahia's agricultural boom has driven increased demand for air connectivity through this airport.
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Gateway to the Brazilian Cerrado, where agriculture meets the sky

Dom Ricardo Weberberger Airport serves Barreiras, a major agribusiness hub in western Bahia state, Brazil. Named after a prominent regional Catholic bishop, the airport plays a vital role connecting this rapidly growing soy and cotton farming region to larger Brazilian cities. Its strategic location in the Cerrado biome makes it an essential link for both business travelers and locals in the western Bahia interior.

Terminals
  • Terminal de Passageiros — Single passenger terminal handling domestic arrivals and departures with basic amenities suited to regional traffic volumes.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available at the airport exit
  • App-based ride-hailing services such as 99 and Uber operating in Barreiras
  • Car rental agencies available at or near the terminal
  • Private transfers arranged through local hotels
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Batista Barreiras
  • Plaza Inn Barreiras
  • Hotel Pousada Cerrado
  • Serra do Mimo Hotel
Dining

Food options inside the terminal are limited to a small snack bar offering coffee, pastries, and light meals typical of the Brazilian interior. The city of Barreiras, a short drive away, offers a wider variety of restaurants serving regional Bahian cuisine, churrascarias, and casual dining spots. Travelers are advised to grab a meal in the city before heading to the airport for departure.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive early as security lines can move slowly during peak agricultural season when business travel surges.
  • Barreiras experiences intense heat; carry water and light clothing, especially during the dry season from May to September.
  • Confirm your flight schedule directly with the airline, as regional routes can be subject to changes or consolidations.
  • Currency exchange and ATMs may be limited at the airport, so arrange cash in the city before travel.

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Route map (2 destinations)

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Routes

BRA → SSA2Z · AT7
BRA → BSB2Z · AT7
BRA → SSAAD · AT7
BRA → BSBAD · AT7
BRA → BSBY8 · EM2
BRA → SSAY8 · EM2
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