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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Parauapebas"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "LATAM Brasil"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "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": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Parauapebas",
  "code": "CKS",
  "connection_tips": "Caraj\u00e1s Airport (CKS) is one of those regional Brazilian airports whose local importance is much greater than its network depth. It is highly useful for Parauapebas, the mining complex, and the wider Caraj\u00e1s area, but the correct connection strategy is still to treat Bel\u00e9m, Belo Horizonte, or another larger hub as the protected point in the itinerary. The airport at Caraj\u00e1s is the regional endpoint, not the place where a major multi-leg trip should be timed tightly.\n\nThat matters because the airport's value is mostly local access. The drive into Parauapebas and nearby mining or business locations is part of the real transfer, and it should be arranged before arrival if the timing matters. The terminal itself is not usually the difficult part. The challenge is how the regional sector fits into the rest of the Brazilian network.\n\nIf a long-haul or high-value domestic segment still lies ahead, the safer move is to absorb delay risk at the larger hub and not ask a regional mining gateway to behave like a high-frequency city airport. CKS works best when you use it as a practical entrance to the Caraj\u00e1s region and keep the bigger airline exposure upstream. That lets the airport do what it does well without making it responsible for holding together a fragile broader itinerary.",
  "country": "Brazil",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/br.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through Caraj\u00e1s Airport.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Caraj\u00e1s+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "iataCode": "CKS",
  "icao": "SBCJ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -6.117841,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": -50.003372,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline service desk for missed connections.",
  "name": "Caraj\u00e1s Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "GRU",
      "name": "S\u00e3o Paulo\u2013Guarulhos International"
    },
    {
      "code": "SXX",
      "name": "S\u00e3o F\u00e9lix do Xingu Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "XIG",
      "name": "Xinguara Municipal Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Caraj\u00e1s Airport (CKS/SBCJ) is a critical regional airfield located in the municipality of Parauapebas, in the southeastern part of the state of Par\u00e1, Brazil. The airport primarily serves the Caraj\u00e1s mining complex, one of the largest iron ore operations in the world, and is a vital gateway for corporate personnel, technical experts, and business travelers associated with the mining industry. Despite its remote location in the Amazon region, it maintains consistent commercial connections to major Brazilian cities like Bel\u00e9m and Belo Horizonte.\n\nThe terminal building is modern and functional, reflecting its role as a key piece of infrastructure for the regional economy. Inside, passengers will find a single-level layout that efficiently combines check-in counters, a comfortable air-conditioned waiting room, and baggage claim areas. While the facility is compact, it is well-organized to handle the periodic arrival of commercial jet aircraft. Basic amenities are available, including clean restrooms, a small snack bar for light refreshments, and a handful of local retail stalls offering regional goods and essentials.\n\nOperational features at CKS include a paved runway (10/28) measuring 2,000 meters in length, which is capable of supporting narrow-body commercial jets and various private executive aircraft. Navigation within the airport is extremely easy, with short walking distances between the entrance and the boarding gates. For ground transportation, several car rental agencies have a presence at the airport, and taxi services are generally available to transport passengers to the city center of Parauapebas or directly to the mining facilities. Travelers are advised to confirm their transportation arrangements in advance, particularly during peak mining business hours.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/SBCJ/Caraj\u00e1s-Airport"
}