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Macaé's gateway serving Brazil's offshore oil industry.
Location
Macaé, Brazil
Macaé Benedito Lacerda Airport (IATA: MEA, ICAO: SBME) is a regional airport located in Macaé, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It primarily serves the city's significant offshore oil and gas sector, as Macaé is considered the oil capital of Brazil due to its proximity to the Campos Basin petroleum fields.
The airport handles both commercial passenger flights and a substantial volume of helicopter and charter operations supporting Petrobras and other energy companies operating in the region. Its strategic importance to the oil industry makes it one of the busier general aviation hubs in Brazil.
Commercial scheduled services connect Macaé to key Brazilian cities, although capacity remains limited compared to major international airports. The facility plays a critical logistical role for personnel and equipment transfers to offshore platforms.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building designed to handle both commercial passengers and industry-related charter traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to central Macaé is primarily by taxi and private vehicle, as the airport is situated relatively close to the city center.
Airlines here
Airlines such as Azul Brazilian Airlines and other regional carriers have operated scheduled services from Macaé, with charter operators serving the oil sector.
Notable facts
- ›Macaé is known as the 'oil capital of Brazil' due to its role in the Campos Basin offshore petroleum industry.
- ›The airport sees heavy helicopter traffic supporting offshore oil platform operations.
- ›Petrobras and associated energy companies rely heavily on this airport for crew transfers.
- ›The airport is named Benedito Lacerda in honor of a notable local figure.
- ›The airport serves the state of Rio de Janeiro's northern coastal region.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
