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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Aracati"
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  "airlines": [
    "Various airlines - please check with airport for current services"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Aracati",
  "code": "ARX",
  "connection_tips": "Aracati Drag\u00e3o do Mar Regional Airport (ARX) serves as a specialized tourism gateway for the beautiful Cear\u00e1 coastline, primarily providing access to the world-famous beach resort of Canoa Quebrada. Since the airport does not currently host regularly scheduled commercial airline services, 'connections' at this facility typically involve transitioning from a private jet or chartered flight to local ground transportation. Most visitors arriving at ARX are heading to Canoa Quebrada, located just 20 kilometers to the east. It is highly recommended to coordinate your ground transport\u2014usually a local taxi or a mototaxi\u2014well in advance, as on-demand options can be less frequent outside of pre-booked arrival windows.\n\nGround transportation is well-integrated with the region's resort logistics. Taxis are usually available to meet scheduled charters, providing a direct 25-to-30 minute connection to the main street of Canoa Quebrada (Broadway). For travelers needing to connect to the global commercial air network, Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) in Fortaleza is the primary gateway, located approximately 160 kilometers to the northwest. This road transfer takes about 2.5 hours via the well-maintained CE-040 highway.\n\nFrequent inter-city bus services operated by S\u00e3o Benedito and Flixbus also connect Aracati with Fortaleza, offering a reliable and economical alternative for budget-conscious travelers. As a modern regional field with focused general aviation support, security at ARX is streamlined, allowing for rapid transitions between your aircraft and vehicle. While the terminal provides essential shelter and Wi-Fi, it lacks extensive dining or retail facilities, so it is advisable to carry your own snacks and water for any wait periods. Always verify your flight's operational status with your charter operator, especially during the high season from December to February when coastal winds can be particularly",
  "country": "Brazil",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Coastal location - strong winds common, check weather before departure.",
    "Cash only at small snack stands - no ATMs or card readers.",
    "Pre-arrange ground transport - no taxi rank or ride services.",
    "Arusha 90km inland - scenic 1.5hr drive through coffee plantations.",
    "Gateway to Mt. Kilimanjaro and Serengeti safari destinations."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Aracati%20Drag%C3%A3o%20do%20Mar%20Regional%20Airport%20Aracati",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "iataCode": "ARX",
  "icao": "SBAC",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -4.56194444,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities. Check local area for accommodation and services during extended layovers.",
  "longitude": -37.77,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline representatives. Limited rebooking options may be available.",
  "name": "Aracati Drag\u00e3o do Mar Regional Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AAG",
      "name": "Avelino Vieira Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "FOR",
      "name": "Pinto Martins \u2013 Fortaleza International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MVF",
      "name": "Dix-Sept Rosado Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Aracati Drag\u00e3o do Mar Regional Airport (ARX) serves the coastal municipality of Aracati in Cear\u00e1, Brazil, providing essential air access to popular tourist destinations like Canoa Quebrada. While the airport has undergone modernization and boasts a functional, aesthetically pleasing terminal building, it currently operates without any scheduled commercial passenger flights. Its infrastructure is well-suited for regional service and private aviation, reflecting its past role in connecting the region.\n\nWhen commercial flights were active, security procedures at ARX complied with Brazilian civil aviation regulations (ANAC). Passengers experienced quick and uncomplicated security screening and check-in processes due to the regional scale of operations. Boarding typically involved a short walk across the apron to the aircraft, as the terminal does not feature jet bridges. Currently, the airport primarily caters to general aviation and charter operations.\n\nAmenities within the terminal, though currently without scheduled commercial traffic, are tailored to the needs of regional travelers and tourists. There is typically a small caf\u00e9 or snack bar offering refreshments and light meals. Free Wi-Fi is usually available throughout the terminal. For ground transportation, taxis are readily available outside the terminal, and car rental services can be arranged, providing convenient access to Aracati, Canoa Quebrada, and other nearby attractions, facilitating tourism along the beautiful Cear\u00e1 coastline.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aracati_Drag%C3%A3o_do_Mar_Regional_Airport"
}