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Paraná's principal gateway serving northern Brazil's agricultural heartland.
Opened
1935
Location
Londrina, Brazil
Governor José Richa Airport, known by its IATA code LDB and ICAO code SBLO, serves Londrina, the second-largest city in the state of Paraná, Brazil. The airport plays a key role in connecting the region to Brazil's major urban centers, particularly São Paulo and other domestic destinations.
The airport was named after José Richa, a former governor of Paraná, and has undergone expansions to accommodate growing passenger traffic driven by Londrina's strong agribusiness and industrial economy. It handles scheduled domestic flights and some cargo operations.
InfraEro previously managed the airport, and it was subsequently part of Brazil's broader airport concession program. The facility supports the economic activity of northern Paraná, a region known for soybean, coffee, and grain production.
Terminals
The airport operates with a single passenger terminal designed to handle domestic traffic and moderate passenger volumes.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to central Londrina via taxi, ride-hailing services, and shuttle buses, located approximately 5 kilometers from the city center.
Airlines here
Major Brazilian carriers including LATAM Airlines and Gol Linhas Aéreas operate scheduled domestic services at LDB.
Notable facts
- ›Named after José Richa, governor of Paraná from 1983 to 1987.
- ›Located approximately 5 km from Londrina's city center.
- ›Primarily serves domestic routes, with São Paulo being the dominant connection.
- ›Londrina is one of the most economically significant cities in Paraná, supporting strong air travel demand.
- ›The airport handles both passenger and cargo flights serving the agribusiness sector.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
