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Rio Branco-Plácido de Castro International Airport

Rio Branco, Brazil
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Gateway to the Brazilian Amazon in Acre state.

Opened
1962
Location
Rio Branco, Brazil
Rio Branco-Plácido de Castro International Airport serves as the primary commercial airport for Rio Branco, the capital of Acre state in western Brazil. Named after Plácido de Castro, a military leader and hero of the Acre Revolution, the airport connects the isolated Amazonian city to major Brazilian hubs. The airport handles domestic routes operated by Brazilian carriers, linking Rio Branco to cities such as São Paulo, Brasília, and Manaus. Its international designation reflects its status and proximity to the Peruvian and Bolivian borders, though scheduled international service has been limited. Acre's remote location deep in the Amazon basin makes air travel essential for the region's connectivity, and the airport plays a critical role in cargo, passenger movement, and regional development.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal serving both domestic and limited international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to the city center of Rio Branco is primarily provided by taxis and ride-hailing services, with the airport located approximately 2 kilometers from the city center.
Airlines here
Major Brazilian carriers including LATAM Airlines Brazil and Azul Brazilian Airlines operate scheduled domestic services at the airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after Plácido de Castro, a hero of the 1902-1903 Acre Revolution against Bolivia.
  • ›Rio Branco is one of the most isolated state capitals in Brazil, making air travel vital.
  • ›The airport holds international status due to its proximity to Peru and Bolivia.
  • ›Acre state borders both Peru and Bolivia, giving the airport strategic regional importance.
  • ›The airport has undergone infrastructure improvements as part of Brazil's airport modernization programs.
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Route map (3 destinations)

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Routes

RBR → PVHAD · E90 E95
RBR → CZSG3 · 73G
RBR → BSBG3 · 73G
RBR → PVHG3 · 73G
RBR → BSBJJ · 320
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City & Place Guide

Gateway to the Amazon, where rainforest meets riverside culture.

Rio Branco is the capital of Acre, Brazil's westernmost state, nestled along the Acre River deep in the Amazon basin. The city blends indigenous heritage, rubber-boom history, and lush tropical surroundings into a distinctive Amazonian identity.

Despite its remote location, Rio Branco offers genuine cultural richness through its museums, riverside promenade, and vibrant local markets. It serves as a base for eco-tourism ventures into surrounding rainforest reserves and is known for its warm, welcoming community rooted in rubber-tapper traditions.

The city gained international attention partly through the legacy of environmental martyr Chico Mendes, who fought to protect the Amazon and its people. Visitors come for authentic Amazonian culture far off the typical tourist trail.

  • •Palácio Rio Branco — beautifully restored historic government palace with regional history exhibits.
  • •Mercado Velho — bustling riverside market showcasing local produce, crafts, and Amazonian flavors.
  • •Museu da Borracha — museum chronicling the rubber-boom era that shaped Acre's identity.
  • •Calçadão da Gameleira — scenic riverside promenade ideal for evening walks and local atmosphere.
  • •Horto Florestal — small urban nature reserve offering a taste of Amazonian flora and wildlife.
  • •Memorial Chico Mendes — tribute to the iconic environmentalist and rubber-tapper activist.

Getting around: Rio Branco has no rail system; getting around relies on local buses, motorcycle taxis known as mototaxis, conventional taxis, and app-based rideshares like 99 and Uber, which operate in the city. Renting a car is advisable for visiting outlying nature areas.

Best time: May through September, the dry season, is the best time to visit, offering lower humidity, fewer mosquitoes, and more accessible forest trails.

Local food: Try tacacá, a tangy shrimp soup served in a gourd, along with pirarucu fish dishes, açaí bowls, and tapioca-based snacks found throughout local markets.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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