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  "@type": "Airport",
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    "addressCountry": "Angola",
    "addressLocality": "Catumbela"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "TAAG Angola Airlines",
    "Fly Angola",
    "Air Connection Express"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Catumbela",
  "code": "CBT",
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  "connection_tips": "Catumbela Airport acts as a major regional hub for central Angola. For passengers connecting from regional flights to TAAG's international network via Luanda (LAD), it is advisable to allow at least 3-4 hours, although many connections through CBT are point-to-point. The airport is highly efficient, but travelers should ensure they have all necessary health documentation, including yellow fever certificates, if they are planning to use CBT as an entry point into Angola. If you are transferring between Catumbela and the neighboring cities of Lobito or Benguela, allow 30-45 minutes for ground transport, as coastal traffic can vary.\n\nAlways confirm your onward flight status with TAAG, as regional schedules can occasionally be adjusted for operational reasons. When connecting at CBT, the process is straightforward due to the single-terminal layout. Passengers arriving from domestic locations and transferring to international flights (when available) must clear outbound migration and security within the same building. The modern facilities ensure that transiting through CBT is a relatively seamless experience compared to the larger, more congested hub in Luanda.\n\nFor those with longer layovers, the executive lounges offer a quiet space to rest. It is also important to note that while the airport is international-standard, the frequency of non-domestic flights can be seasonal, so verifying your specific itinerary's connection feasibility is essential. Ground staff are generally helpful and can assist with re-tagging luggage if your flights were booked on separate tickets.",
  "country": "Angola",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use CBT for Benguela or Lobito, not as a city-centre stop.",
    "The executive lounge is useful if you have a longer wait.",
    "Confirm the taxi fare before loading bags.",
    "Use airport Wi-Fi to lock in your pickup before leaving.",
    "The modern terminal is efficient, but road planning still matters."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "CBT",
  "icao": "FNCT",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -12.4792003632,
  "layover_planner_info": "Executive lounges and modern waiting areas. Lobito and Benguela cities are nearby for dining and accommodation.",
  "longitude": 13.4869003296,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 45,
  "mct_interline": 75,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_international_to_international": 60,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact the TAAG Angola Airlines service desk located in the main terminal hall for rebooking and assistance.",
  "name": "Catumbela Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LAD",
      "name": "Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BUG",
      "name": "Benguela Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "CEO",
      "name": "Waco Kungo Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Catumbela Airport (CBT), also known by its ICAO code FNCT, is a modern international airport serving the city of Catumbela and the broader Benguela Province in central Angola. Re-opened in 2012 following a massive $250 million expansion and modernization project, the airport was designed to alleviate pressure on Luanda's Quatro de Fevereiro Airport and serve as a secondary international gateway for the country. The airport is situated on a coastal plain between the cities of Benguela and Lobito, making it a critical hub for the region's industrial and tourism sectors.\n\nThe airport features a spacious, state-of-the-art single passenger terminal building that is equipped with modern aviation technology. For efficient passenger processing, the terminal houses 16 check-in counters and 18 migration service desks, significantly reducing wait times during peak periods. Unique for a regional African airport, CBT features two telescopic jet bridges that allow for direct boarding of large aircraft. Amenities within the terminal include executive and first-class lounges, comfortable waiting zones with air conditioning, and a small selection of cafes and shops selling local Angolan crafts and travel essentials. High-speed Wi-Fi is also available throughout the terminal for passenger use.\n\nThe operational infrastructure at Catumbela is exceptionally robust, highlighted by a 3,700-meter asphalt runway that is capable of accommodating wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777. This makes the airport one of the most capable in the Southern African region. Ground transportation is well-integrated, with dedicated taxi ranks and private transfer services available to take passengers to the nearby port city of Lobito or the provincial capital, Benguela. The airport's strategic importance is further bolstered by its proximity to the Benguela Railway, positioning it as a key node in the Lobito Corridor's logistics and transport network.",
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}