Gateway to Tocantins, Brazil's newest state capital.
Location
Palmas, Brazil
Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport serves Palmas, the capital of Tocantins state and one of the newest planned cities in Brazil. The airport is a key link connecting this rapidly developing region of central Brazil to major hubs such as São Paulo and Brasília.
Named after Brazilian aviation pioneer Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues, the airport operates as a regional facility supporting both commercial and general aviation traffic. It plays an important role in the economic development of Tocantins, a state with significant agricultural and ecotourism potential.
The airport is managed under Brazil's broader airport concession framework and handles a growing volume of passengers as Palmas continues to expand. Its infrastructure has undergone improvements to accommodate increased demand in recent years.
Terminals
The airport operates with a single terminal building handling domestic passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to Palmas city center is primarily provided by taxis and app-based ride services, as the airport sits relatively close to the planned urban core.
Airlines here
LATAM Airlines and Azul Brazilian Airlines operate scheduled domestic services at Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Palmas is the youngest state capital in Brazil, founded in 1989, making this airport a relatively recent facility.
- ›The airport is named after Lysias Augusto Rodrigues, a prominent figure in Brazilian aviation history.
- ›ICAO code SBPJ reflects its location in Palmas, Tocantins.
- ›The airport supports ecotourism access to the Cerrado biome and attractions such as Ilha do Bananal.
- ›Tocantins state itself was created in 1988, making Palmas and its airport among Brazil's newest public infrastructure developments.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
