Airports Near Petrolina
The closest airports to Petrolina, Brazil: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Petrolina, Brazil is Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PNZ | Senador Nilo Coelho AirportPetrolina, Brazil | 6 mi / 9 km | 19 min | Regional |
| JCM | Jacobina AirportJacobina, Brazil | 122 mi / 196 km | 2 hr 50 min | Regional |
| JAW | Araripina AirportAraripina, Brazil | 125 mi / 201 km | 2 hr 54 min | Regional |
| NSR | Serra da Capivara AirportSao Raimundo Nonato, Brazil | 148 mi / 238 km | 3 hr 26 min | Regional |
| PAV | Paulo Afonso AirportPaulo Afonso, Brazil | 153 mi / 247 km | 3 hr 34 min | Regional |
| IRE | Irece AirportIrece, Brazil | 162 mi / 261 km | 3 hr 46 min | Regional |
| JDO | Orlando Bezerra de Menezes AirportJuazeiro Do Norte, Brazil | 173 mi / 278 km | 4 hr 1 min | Regional |
| PCS | Picos AirportPicos, Brazil | 176 mi / 283 km | 4 hr 5 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) is the most convenient at about 6 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Petrolina. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with PNZ.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near PNZ saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Petrolina is Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road.