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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Australia",
    "addressLocality": "Cooinda"
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  "airlines": [
    "Kakadu Air",
    "Charter Operators",
    "Scenic Flight Booker"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
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  "city": "Cooinda",
  "code": "CDA",
  "connection_tips": "Cooinda Airport (CDA) serves as a critical hub for scenic flights and private charters within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Because there are no scheduled commercial airline services at CDA, \"connecting\" here requires a different approach than at major metropolitan airports. Most travelers use Cooinda as a base for aerial tours, particularly with Kakadu Air, which provides 30-minute and 60-minute scenic loops. If you are arriving on a private charter from Darwin International Airport (DRW), ensure you have pre-arranged your ground logistics through Cooinda Lodge.\n\nThe Lodge acts as the de facto terminal; check-in and flight briefings occur at the main reception, followed by a 5-minute shuttle transfer to the airstrip. For those planning to continue their journey by road, the airport is situated approximately 3. 5 to 4 hours from Darwin via the Stuart and Arnhem Highways. It is essential to have a valid Kakadu National Park pass, which can be purchased online or at the lodge reception before your flight.\n\nDuring the Wet Season (November to April), many of the park's iconic waterfalls like Jim Jim and Twin Falls are only accessible via flights from this airstrip, making it a vital connection point for sightseeing. If your itinerary involves a same-day return to Darwin for a commercial flight, always allow a generous buffer of at least 2-3 hours for road travel or 1 hour for charter flights, as tropical weather can frequently cause delays. Note that there are no car rental desks or taxi ranks at the airstrip itself; all such services must be coordinated through the Lodge or pre-booked in Darwin. Facilities at the nearby Lodge include fuel, a general store, and the Barra Bistro, which are the primary amenities for those waiting between transfers.",
  "country": "Australia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check-in for all flights is at the Cooinda Lodge reception, not at the airstrip.",
    "The 60-minute scenic flight is the best way to see the Jim Jim and Twin Falls, which are often.",
    "Pack high-protection sun gear and plenty of water, as the airstrip staging area has limited shade.",
    "The airport is a great base for seeing the seasonal changes of the Kakadu wetlands from the air.",
    "Confirm your flight time locally at the lodge, as scenic schedules can be adjusted based on."
  ],
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  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "iataCode": "CDA",
  "icao": "YCOO",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -12.903300285339355,
  "layover_planner_info": "Check-in at Cooinda Lodge. Full lodge facilities available including pools, dining, and general store within a 5-minute shuttle ride.",
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  "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 Kakadu Air representative at the Cooinda Lodge reception or their main Darwin office for assistance.",
  "name": "Cooinda Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "DRW",
      "name": "Darwin International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "JAB",
      "name": "Jabiru Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "OPI",
      "name": "Oenpelli Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Cooinda Airport (CDA), also known by its ICAO code YCOO, is a specialized regional airstrip located in the heart of Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory of Australia. Situated near the Yellow Water Billabong, the airport serves as one of the most important aerial gateways for tourists exploring this UNESCO World Heritage-listed wilderness. The airfield is positioned on a remote interior plain and is primarily used for scenic flights, private charters, and essential logistics for the Cooinda region.\n\nUnlike conventional airports, Cooinda does not feature a traditional terminal building at the airstrip itself. Instead, the 'terminal' operations are uniquely integrated with the nearby Cooinda Lodge. All passenger check-in, flight briefings, and ticketing services are handled at the main reception desk of the lodge. Once check-in is complete, passengers are transported to the airfield via a dedicated lodge minibus for a short transit to their aircraft. This integrated approach ensures that travelers have access to the lodge's full suite of amenities, including a general store, restaurants, bars, and swimming pools, while waiting for their flights.\n\nCommercial operations at CDA are dominated by scenic flight providers, most notably Kakadu Air, which offers a variety of 30-minute and 60-minute aerial tours over the park's dramatic escarpments, waterfalls, and seasonal wetlands. The airport also facilitates private charters connecting Cooinda with Darwin (DRW) and the remote communities of Arnhem Land. The airstrip itself is a well-maintained sealed surface suitable for light turboprop aircraft and high-wing utility planes optimized for sightseeing. Its role is fundamental to the Kakadu tourism experience, offering a perspective of the landscape that is impossible to achieve from the ground, particularly during the wet season when many park roads are impassable.",
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