Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport — Parnaíba, Brazil
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport (Parnaíba) is PHB — its ICAO code is SBPB.
Distance & flight time from PHB
Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport
PHB designates Parnaíba International Airport, formally Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport, serving the coastal city of Parnaíba in Piauí state, Brazil. Despite its international designation, PHB primarily handles domestic flights linking Parnaíba to major Brazilian cities, supporting tourism to the Parnaíba Delta, one of the largest river deltas in the Americas, and nearby Lençóis Maranhenses dune fields. The airport serves as a key gateway for eco-tourism in the region, with visitors using it to access delta boat tours and coastal attractions. PHB's terminal and single runway accommodate narrow-body jets typical of Brazilian domestic carriers, and passenger numbers rise notably during peak tourist seasons.
Runways at Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport (PHB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/27 | 6890 ft (2100 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport (PHB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | RDO | 126.6 MHz |
Airports near Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport (PHB)
- Comandante Ariston Pessoa Airport (JJD) — 152.7 km (94.9 mi)
- Dr. Luciano de Arruda Coelho Regional Airport (JSO) — 184.8 km (114.8 mi)
- Senador Petrônio Portela Airport (THE) — 269.6 km (167.5 mi)
- Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) — 280.1 km (174.0 mi)
- Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) — 368.5 km (229.0 mi)
- Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport (ARX) — 473.9 km (294.5 mi)
- Dix-Sept Rosado Airport (MVF) — 548.2 km (340.6 mi)
- Prefeito Renato Moreira Airport (IMP) — 699.6 km (434.7 mi)
PHB is often confused as a major international hub due to its name, but it mainly serves domestic Brazilian routes to Parnaíba, gateway to the Parnaíba Delta and Lençóis Maranhenses tourist region.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport?
The IATA code for Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport is PHB.
What is the ICAO code for Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport?
The ICAO code for Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport is SBPB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.