Cheap flights from Rio Branco (RBR)

Acre state's main air gateway in western Amazonia

Plácido de Castro International is the main airport for Rio Branco, capital of Acre state, located about 22 km from the city centre. The airport handles mostly domestic flights operated by Azul, LATAM and GOL, with main connections to Brasília, São Paulo, Manaus and Cuiabá. It is a gateway to the western Brazilian Amazon and the Bolivian and Peruvian borders.

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Airlines flying from Rio Branco (RBR)

Major carriers: Azul, LATAM, GOL. Low-cost carriers: Azul, GOL.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly from Rio Branco?
RBR is served by the three big Brazilian carriers: Azul, LATAM and GOL. Service is essentially all domestic, with main routes via Brasília, Manaus, São Paulo and Cuiabá. Flightmussy compares all three in one free search, no signup required.
What is the IATA code for Rio Branco?
The IATA code is RBR for Rio Branco-Plácido de Castro International Airport in Acre state, Brazil. Note this is different from BSB (Brasília) or GIG/SDU (Rio de Janeiro). Always use RBR when you want flights to or from Rio Branco specifically.
How far is Rio Branco airport from the city centre?
Plácido de Castro International is about 22 km from central Rio Branco. Taxi or rideshare typically takes 30-40 minutes depending on traffic. There are also local bus connections to the city. Many hotels offer airport transfers for arriving guests, particularly during the dry season.
When is the cheapest time to fly from RBR?
Amazon-region domestic flights tend to be cheapest in the rainy season (December-March) when tourist traffic is lighter. Brazilian school holidays and Carnival drive up fares. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap shows the cheapest week across all dates so you can pick a low-demand day.

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