Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport

Dr. Leite Lopes State Airport (RAO) in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, originally opened in the 1930s and today operates from a single passenger terminal, serving as a mid-sized regional gateway for São Paulo’s agricommercial and corporate traffic. The airport punches above its size with regular domestic connections and a healthy mix of scheduled and charter services, making it an important link for business and medical travel in the region. It’s a short 10–15 minute drive from downtown Ribeirão Preto with bus routes, taxis and ride‑hail options available, and generally offers lower fares and quicker processing than the larger São Paulo hubs. Azul maintains a strong presence here alongside regular services from LATAM and GOL.