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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Barretos"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "LATAM Brasil",
    "GOL Linhas A\u00e9reas",
    "Azul"
  ],
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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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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Barretos",
  "code": "BAT",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Chafei Amsei Airport (BAT) in Barretos is straightforward for most of the year, but requires significant planning in August. The primary commercial link is to Viracopos International Airport (VCP) in Campinas, typically operated by Azul or its regional subsidiary, Azul Conecta. If you are connecting through VCP to other domestic or international destinations, it is essential to allow a minimum 90-minute layover to navigate the large terminal in Campinas. For departures from BAT, arriving one hour before your flight is generally sufficient, as the terminal is compact and easy to navigate.\n\nHowever, during the annual 'Festa do Pe\u00e3o de Barretos' in mid-to-late August, the airport experiences a massive surge in private and charter traffic. During this period, you should allow at least two hours for airport procedures due to the high volume of travelers. Ground transportation from the airport to Barretos city center, located just 4 km away, is most efficiently handled via ride-sharing apps like Uber or local taxis. If you are visiting for medical reasons at the world-renowned Hospital de Amor, the airport is a vital link; most specialized transport services and local hotels are within a 5-to-10-minute drive of the terminal.\n\nFor those traveling regionally, the Barretos bus terminal (Rodovi\u00e1ria) provides connections to Ribeir\u00e3o Preto and S\u00e3o Paulo. While the airport has been modernized, travelers should be aware that the interior of S\u00e3o Paulo can experience heavy summer rains between December and March, which may occasionally impact flight schedules for small regional aircraft. Finally, while digital payments are common in Barretos, carrying some Brazilian Reais (BRL) in cash is advisable for smaller taxi fares or local market purchases.",
  "country": "Brazil",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Chafei Amsei Airport hosts Brazil\u2019s famed cattle expo.",
    "Hotels fill quickly during August shows, so book early and expect busy check-in lines.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport."
  ],
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  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "iataCode": "BAT",
  "icao": "SBBT",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -20.58555556,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities. Check local area for accommodation and services during extended layovers.",
  "longitude": -48.59583333,
  "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": "Chafei Amsei Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AAG",
      "name": "Avelino Vieira Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SJP",
      "name": "Prof. Eribelto Manoel Reino State Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Chafei Amsei Airport (BAT) is a significant regional airport serving the city of Barretos in the interior of S\u00e3o Paulo state, Brazil. Managed by ASP \u2013 Aeroportos Paulistas, the airport acts as a vital link for the region\u2019s robust agribusiness sector and its world-famous cultural events. The facility provides regular commercial connectivity through Azul Conecta, a subsidiary of Azul Linhas A\u00e9reas, which operates scheduled flights to the major international hub of Viracopos in Campinas. These services, typically utilizing versatile Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft, ensure that Barretos remains integrated with the national and international air network.\n\nThe airport features a well-maintained 1,800-meter (5,906-foot) asphalt runway, suitable for a range of regional and executive aircraft. Recent modernization efforts have significantly enhanced the airfield's safety and operational capacity, including the installation of a Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) system and the upgrading of aircraft apron lighting to high-efficiency LED technology. These improvements, alongside general structural and electrical revisions to the terminal, reflect the commitment of the state and the airport operator to maintain high standards of aviation infrastructure in the S\u00e3o Paulo interior.\n\nA unique characteristic of Chafei Amsei Airport is the dramatic surge in activity during the annual \"Festa do Pe\u00e3o de Barretos\" in August. As Latin America\u2019s largest rodeo festival, the event attracts hundreds of private aircraft and thousands of charter passengers from across the continent. During this period, the airport implements special operational measures to manage the intense traffic, often becoming one of the busiest regional airports in Brazil. This seasonal importance highlights the airport\u2019s role as a critical piece of infrastructure for both the local tourism economy and the broader South American equestrian community.\n\nThe terminal at BAT is a functional and recently revitalized facility located approximately 5 kilometers from the city center. Inside, passengers can find basic amenities including clean waiting areas, essential dining options, and streamlined check-in counters. The airport provides convenient short-term and long-term parking, making it an accessible choice for local residents. For ground transportation, taxis and app-based ride services are readily available outside the terminal, providing quick connections to the city\u2019s major hotels and the iconic rodeo park. The airport serves as a professional and welcoming entrance to one of Brazil\u2019s most culturally vibrant cities.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chafei_Amsei_Airport"
}