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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Puerto Rico",
    "addressLocality": "Arecibo"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Charter operators",
    "Air taxi services",
    "Skydive Puerto Rico"
  ],
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Arecibo",
  "code": "ARE",
  "connection_tips": "Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport is the general aviation gateway for Arecibo and Puerto Rico's north coast, so the connection is mostly about a private or charter flight that drops you close to the city rather than to a commercial hub. The airport is also known for skydiving, which means aircraft activity on the apron and runway can be more dynamic than at a quiet commuter field.\n\nGround transport should be arranged in advance because the airport does not function like a scheduled-airline terminal. Taxis and pre-booked cars are the normal way to reach central Arecibo, and many visitors use the airport as the quickest route to the coast, to local scientific sites, or to rental-car access on the island's northern highway network.\n\nIf you need the broader airline system, San Juan or Aguadilla remain the real commercial backstops, so a transfer here is only sensible when the rest of the trip is already planned. The practical value of ARE is that it puts you near the coast, keeps you out of the big-terminal queue, and gives experienced travelers a direct and efficient way into northern Puerto Rico. The airport is at its best when you have a local car or taxi already lined up and do not need to improvise on arrival.",
  "country": "Puerto Rico",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Arecibo is Puerto Rico's skydiving capital; watch for parachutists on final approach.",
    "The airport's coastal location can lead to sudden afternoon tropical showers.",
    "Watch for parachutists on final approach - skydiving capital.",
    "Observatory nearby - Arecibo radio telescope world famous until 2020.",
    "Afternoon tropical showers common - morning flights more reliable.",
    "General aviation only - no commercial scheduled service."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "iataCode": "ARE",
  "icao": "TJAB",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 18.45111111,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities. Focal point for skydiving. Near Arecibo city center.",
  "longitude": -66.67555556,
  "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 your charter operator or local coordinator. For commercial rebooking, you must travel to San Juan (SJU) or Aguadilla (BQN).",
  "name": "Antonio (Nery) Juarbe Pol Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BQN",
      "name": "Rafael Hern\u00e1ndez Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MAZ",
      "name": "Eugenio Maria De Hostos Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "PSE",
      "name": "Mercedita International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport (ARE) is a premier general aviation facility serving the northern coast of Puerto Rico. Situated approximately 5 kilometers southeast of the city of Arecibo, the airport is a critical hub for recreational aviation, flight training, and private transport. The facility is particularly renowned as the island's primary center for skydiving, hosting several world-class operators who utilize the coastal vistas for tandem jumps and professional courses. The terminal infrastructure is minimalist and efficient, featuring a functional administrative building that provides basic shelter and passenger services.\n\nThe airport's technical infrastructure includes a single asphalt runway, designated as 08/26, which spans approximately 1,212 meters (3,975 feet). This runway accommodates a wide range of light aircraft, from private Cessnas to the specialized turboprops used by skydiving schools. Although the field lacks a control tower, it is equipped with a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) and a non-directional beacon (NDB) to assist pilots in navigating the coastal corridor. The spacious parking apron and available FBO (Fixed-Base Operator) services make it a preferred stop for pilots touring the Caribbean.\n\nOperations at ARE are tailored to the needs of the general aviation community, with a focus on speed and accessibility. Beyond its role in sport aviation, the airport serves as a vital link for medical evacuations and government agency missions in the northern region. The terminal area offers a welcoming and relaxed environment where travelers often interact directly with flight crews and local aviation enthusiasts. Its location near major state highways, including the PR-22 expressway, provides rapid access to the region's prominent scientific and natural attractions, such as the Camuy River Cave Park.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antonio_Nery_Juarbe_Pol_Airport"
}