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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "China",
    "addressLocality": "Ankang (Hanbin)"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "China Southern Airlines",
    "China Eastern Airlines",
    "China Express Airlines",
    "Beijing Capital Airlines",
    "Juneyao Air"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Ankang (Hanbin)",
  "code": "AKA",
  "connection_tips": "Ankang Fuqiang Airport (AKA) is a domestic airport, so the connection strategy is straightforward in principle: use AKA for access to southern Shaanxi, and treat a larger Chinese hub as the place where any international itinerary really begins. Depending on the schedule and airline network available on your travel dates, practical onward hubs often include Xi'an or Chengdu. If you are connecting to a long-haul flight, protect that connection at the hub rather than trying to save time on the regional segment.\n\nInside AKA, the process is usually simpler than at a major Chinese airport because the terminal is smaller and passenger flows are easier to understand. The bigger risk is assuming a domestic arrival from Ankang can feed a very tight onward international departure elsewhere. You may need to collect bags, change terminals at the hub, or re-clear security depending on the ticket structure and airline combination. A longer buffer is the sensible option.\n\nIf Ankang is your destination rather than your transfer point, plan the landside segment before departure. The airport serves a mountainous region, and road travel onward to county towns or scenic areas can take longer than expected even when the straight-line distance looks modest. Travelers heading to business meetings should also avoid scheduling the first appointment too tightly after landing.\n\nAKA works best when used as a regional endpoint. Keep your itinerary simple, put the fragile connection at the larger hub instead of here, and make sure your hotel, driver, or rail onward plan is confirmed before you leave the arrival hall. That approach is usually what turns an ordinary domestic hop into a reliable wider journey.",
  "country": "China",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "First Class Lounge available for extended layovers and delays.",
    "Arrive 90min early - security checks thorough for domestic flights.",
    "Shop for Ankang selenium-enriched tea and Han River specialties.",
    "Morning flights best - afternoon valley fog creates delays frequently.",
    "Free WiFi in terminal - get local SIM for remote mountain areas.",
    "Spectacular Qinling-Bashan mountain views visible during takeoff."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "AKA",
  "icao": "ZLAK",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 32.756944,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities. Check local area for accommodation and services during extended layovers.",
  "longitude": 108.87453,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline representatives. Limited rebooking options may be available.",
  "name": "Ankang Fuqiang Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "XIY",
      "name": "Xi'an Xianyang International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TFU",
      "name": "Chengdu Tianfu International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "HZG",
      "name": "Hanzhong Chenggu Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SIA",
      "name": "Xi'an Xiguan Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Ankang Fuqiang Airport (AKA) is a modern regional aviation facility located in the Hanbin District of Ankang City, Shaanxi Province, China. Officially opened in September 2020, it replaced the older Wulipu Airport to better serve the growing transportation needs of southern Shaanxi. Situated approximately 15 kilometers northwest of the city center, the airport acts as a primary gateway for the Han River valley, providing essential domestic connections between Ankang and major Chinese metropolises such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou via carriers like China Southern and China Eastern.\n\nThe terminal building at Ankang Fuqiang is a modern, two-story structure designed for efficient passenger flow and regional comfort. Inside, the facility provides a range of amenities tailored to domestic travelers, including several restaurants and cafes that serve both local Shaanxi specialties and international snacks. For those seeking a premium experience, the First Class Lounge offers a quiet environment with high-speed Wi-Fi, refreshments, and dedicated workspaces. The retail area features shops selling local agricultural products and souvenirs, while essential services such as drinking water dispensers, multiple ATMs, and charging stations are conveniently located throughout the departures lounge.\n\nOperational efficiency is a hallmark of the AKA terminal, which serves as a vital hub for regional logistics and tourism in the Qinling-Bashan mountain region. The airport's layout is exceptionally user-friendly, with the check-in area and security checkpoints situated within a short walking distance of the boarding gates. The terminal is equipped with modern navigation systems and handles a steady schedule of flights from approximately eight domestic airlines. For visitors, the airport represents a professional and welcoming entry point to one of China's most scenic and culturally rich regions, offering immediate access to the historic sites and natural wonders of the Ankang prefecture.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ankang_Fuqiang_Airport"
}