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Arapiraca Airport (APQ)

Arapiraca, Brazil · small airport · -9.777° -36.629° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeAPQ
ICAO CodeSNAL
Typesmall airport
NameArapiraca Airport
MunicipalityArapiraca
CountryBrazil
ContinentSA
Latitude-9.777° S
Longitude-36.629° W
Elevation886 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryBrazil
ISO Code
RegionArapiraca
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-3
DST OffsetUTC-3
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – October
Dry season in most of South America
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Dry: May–OctWet: Nov–Apr

✈ Airlines Serving APQ

LA — LATAM AirlinesG3 — Gol AirlinesAR — Aerolíneas ArgentinasAV — Avianca

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.8°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Arapiraca Airport (IATA: APQ, ICAO: SNAL) is a small public airfield serving Arapiraca, the second-largest city in Alagoas, Brazil. Situated in the Agreste region, it mainly supports general aviation, air taxis, and emergency flights rather than regular commercial airline service. Its convenient location near the urban area makes it a practical regional access point for business and leisure travelers.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors confirm fuel availability, runway conditions, and operating hours by phone before flying in, since SNAL is a small field with limited staffing and services may require prior arrangement.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and app-based ride-hailing are the most reliable ways to reach Arapiraca's center from the airport. Public bus service is not tailored to airport arrivals, so avoid relying on it for time-sensitive connections. If you need a rental car, arrange it through a local agency or your hotel before arrival, as on-site options are limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines operate scheduled flights to Arapiraca Airport?
A: There are no major scheduled commercial airlines based at APQ; the airport primarily handles general aviation, private charters, air taxis, and emergency services.

Q: How far is Arapiraca Airport from downtown Arapiraca?
A: It is only a short drive from the city center, typically around 5–10 minutes by car depending on traffic.

Q: What is the ICAO code for Arapiraca Airport?
A: The ICAO code is SNAL, and the IATA code is APQ.

Q: Is there public transportation from the airport?
A: There is no dedicated airport bus; taxis and ride-hailing apps are the usual options, so arrange your transfer in advance.
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