Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport — Aracati, Brazil

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Searching for an airport code near Aracati? Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is identified as ARX (ICAO: SBAC).

Distance & flight time from ARX

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport

Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport uses the code ARX and sits on Brazil's northeastern coast in the state of Ceará. The field sits barely 128 feet above sea level, about as low-lying as this stretch of Brazilian coastline gets, and a single runway covers every takeoff and landing. Aracati, the municipality it serves, lies near the mouth of the Jaguaribe River and includes the well-known beach area of Canoa Quebrada nearby. Most passengers arriving at ARX connect through Fortaleza, the state capital, since direct long-haul international service to this regional airport remains limited.

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Runways at Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport (ARX)

Runway	Length	Width	Surface
09/27	5906 ft (1800 m)	98 ft (30 m)	ASP

Radio frequencies for Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport (ARX)

No published frequency data for this airport.

Airports near Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport (ARX)

Dix-Sept Rosado Airport (MVF) — 85.7 km (53.3 mi)
Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) — 119.5 km (74.3 mi)
Dr. Luciano de Arruda Coelho Regional Airport (JSO) — 289.3 km (179.8 mi)
Rio Grande do Norte/São Gonçalo do Amarante–Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport (NAT) — 301.3 km (187.2 mi)
Comandante Ariston Pessoa Airport (JJD) — 338.2 km (210.1 mi)
Presidente João Suassuna Airport (CPV) — 367.1 km (228.1 mi)
Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) — 426.6 km (265.1 mi)
Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport (PHB) — 473.9 km (294.5 mi)

Beachgoers heading to Canoa Quebrada's dunes and kitesurfing spots search ARX when comparing flight options against landing in Fortaleza and driving the remaining stretch along Ceará's coastal highway.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport?

The IATA code for Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is ARX.

What is the ICAO code for Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport?

The ICAO code for Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is SBAC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.