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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Burkina Faso",
    "addressLocality": "Bobo Dioulasso"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Air Burkina",
    "ASKY Airlines",
    "Air C\u00f4te d'Ivoire",
    "Regional Charters",
    "Government Logistics"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 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": "150 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Bobo Dioulasso",
  "code": "BOY",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through the modernized Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY) is highly efficient thanks to its state-of-the-art single-terminal design. For travelers transiting between international regional flights\u2014such as those arriving from Lom\u00e9 (LFW) and connecting to Bamako (BKO)\u2014the unified airside area allows you to move between gates in under ten minutes without re-clearing security. However, for those transiting from international flights to domestic destinations, you must clear national immigration and customs at BOY before proceeding to the domestic zone. To ensure a smooth journey, allow at least two hours for connections, especially during the peak afternoon periods when several regional services often arrive simultaneously.\n\nThe new automated baggage system has improved reliability, though it is still advisable to arrive early for departures to navigate the thorough security layers common to the Sahel region. There is no automated baggage transfer for separate tickets; all luggage must be personally retrieved from the arrivals hall and re-checked if necessary. For those with a long layover, the new VIP Lounge offers the most comfortable waiting environment with air-conditioned seating and stable power outlets. Connectivity is supported by free public Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, recently upgraded to provide more reliable speeds during peak hours.\n\nIn the event of a missed connection, airline customer service desks are centrally located. Because Bobo Dioulasso is a major regional node, carriers often provide multiple weekly links to neighboring capitals, facilitating various re-booking options. Ground transportation is conveniently located near the exit, with official airport taxis and hotel shuttles providing a reliable link to the commercial district. For a truly seamless connection to the historic Grand Mosque, ensure your arrival manifest is shared with your tour operator to facilitate a rapid transition from the terminal.",
  "country": "Burkina Faso",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use the regulated taxi zone to avoid fare surprises.",
    "Arrive early for international departures and document checks.",
    "A window seat shows Bobo's flat Sahel edge nicely.",
    "The solar-powered terminal makes waits more comfortable.",
    "Treat BOY as a strategic gateway, not a casual regional stop."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Bobo+Dioulasso+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
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  "iataCode": "BOY",
  "icao": "DFOO",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 11.16,
  "layover_planner_info": "Modernized single terminal with multiple lounges and authentic retail options. 15-minute connection to central Bobo Dioulasso and the historic markets.",
  "longitude": -4.33,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 150,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's service desk in the departures hall. Major regional carriers provide frequent links to West African hubs, offering good re-booking options for missed connections.",
  "name": "Bobo Dioulasso Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ARL",
      "name": "Arly Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "OUA",
      "name": "Thomas Sankara International Airport Ouagadougou"
    },
    {
      "code": "BNR",
      "name": "Banfora Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "XDE",
      "name": "Diebougou Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "XGA",
      "name": "Gaoua Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY) is the second-largest international aviation facility in Burkina Faso and serves as a critical strategic gateway for the nation's cultural and economic capital. The airport is currently concluding a transformative 80-billion FCFA (approximately $131 million USD) modernization program, part of the national development strategy for 2022-2026. This significant investment features the construction of a brand-new passenger terminal designed to handle over 1.5 million annual travelers, as well as the full rehabilitation of the 3,300-meter primary runway and taxiway networks to support heavy wide-body aircraft.\n\nThe new terminal is organized across a functional multi-level layout that integrates state-of-the-art 'Smart Infrastructure' systems, including automated baggage handling and satellite-based air traffic control. The departures area manages a steady flow of international flights from major regional carriers such as Air Burkina and ASKY, providing essential links to hubs like Abidjan, Bamako, and Lom\u00e9. For premium travelers, the facility houses several modernized lounges providing high-speed Wi-Fi, business workstations, and complimentary refreshments. The entire airport complex is now supported by a dedicated 25-megawatt solar power plant, ensuring sustainable and reliable operations for the region's expanding industrial sector.\n\nAmenities at the modernized BOY terminal are world-class for the region, featuring a variety of dining options from local Burkinabe cafes to international restaurants. The terminal includes a dedicated commercial zone with retail boutiques offering authentic local handicrafts, world-renowned textiles, and duty-free goods for international passengers. Essential financial services, including multiple currency exchange bureaus and bank branches with ATMs, are located in the main arrivals hall. Ground transportation is well-supported by local taxi ranks and pre-arranged hotel shuttles that connect the airport to the city center in approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Travelers are advised that while the facility is state-of-the-art, thorough security screening remains a priority for all regional and international departures.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobo_Dioulasso_Airport"
}