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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.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
