Airport
Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport (ARX)
Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is a compact gateway to Aracati and the beach resort of Canoa Quebrada on Ceará's east coast. Compare transfer options to Canoa Quebrada, central Aracati and nearby coastal towns for a smooth onward journey.
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About Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport
Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport is a regional gateway serving Aracati and the beach resort of Canoa Quebrada on the east coast of Ceará, Brazil. Opened in August 2012, the airport supports tourism and regional air travel to one of the state's most popular beach destinations.
The airport has a single passenger terminal and one runway, and it has been used for domestic commercial flights connecting the region to larger Brazilian hubs. It sits close to the CE-040 highway and provides convenient access to Aracati, Canoa Quebrada and nearby coastal towns.
Located about 150 km from Fortaleza, the airport serves travelers heading to the beaches, dunes and resorts of the litoral leste and the surrounding Jaguaribe Valley. Recent investment plans include work to expand the aircraft apron and improve the passenger terminal.
With taxis, private transfers, rental cars and group transport available, the airport offers practical onward connections to local hotels and attractions.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport operates from a single passenger terminal serving domestic flights. The compact terminal handles check-in, security, arrivals and boarding areas within one building.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Aracati Dragão do Mar Regional Airport to hotels, resorts and beach destinations such as Canoa Quebrada and the surrounding east coast of Ceará.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings or sightseeing around Aracati and nearby coastal towns.
Car Rental
Rent a car at the airport for independent travel to Canoa Quebrada, Aracati, Fortaleza and other destinations along the Ceará coast.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups traveling between the airport, hotels, resorts and event venues in Aracati and the surrounding region.
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