Airport
Padre Israel Airport (VRZ)
Padre Israel Airport is a small regional airport serving Lavras, a city in southern Minas Gerais, Brazil. It provides access to the city centre, nearby towns and the surrounding region, with transfer options by taxi, private transfer or rental car.
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About Padre Israel Airport
Padre Israel Airport is a small public aerodrome serving Lavras, a university city in southern Minas Gerais, Brazil. It supports general aviation and regional air travel for the local population and visitors.
Located about 5 km east of the city centre in the Baunilha area, the airport has a single asphalt runway and a small passenger terminal. The aerodrome was renamed Padre Israel (Israel Batista de Carvalho) in 2021.
The airport is reached by road from central Lavras, with taxis, private transfers and rental cars available for the short journey. Lavras is also connected by road to larger regional airports for travellers continuing to other parts of Minas Gerais.
Although scheduled commercial services are limited, the airport remains an important facility for general aviation, flight training and regional connectivity in southern Minas Gerais.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Padre Israel Airport operates a single small passenger terminal serving domestic general aviation and occasional regional flights. The terminal handles arrivals and departures in one compact building.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Padre Israel Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Padre Israel Airport to hotels, the university campus and destinations across Lavras and southern Minas Gerais.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, campus visits or journeys around Lavras.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Padre Israel Airport for independent travel around Lavras and onward journeys to other cities in Minas Gerais.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Padre Israel Airport, hotels, event venues and other destinations in the region.
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