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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Australia",
    "addressLocality": "Cloncurry"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Qantas"
  ],
  "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": "Cloncurry",
  "code": "CNJ",
  "connection_tips": "Cloncurry Airport (CNJ) is one of those outback airports where the transfer advice depends as much on regional resilience as on the terminal itself. Cloncurry Shire Council's airport information confirms current passenger service links to and from Townsville, Brisbane, and Mount Isa, and also notes regular Alliance FIFO activity tied to local mines. That means CNJ is not just a simple community airport. It operates as a mixed regional network point where public flights and resource-sector movements can shape the daily pattern.\n\nFor most travelers, the practical connection choices are straightforward. If you are continuing deeper into northwest Queensland, Mount Isa is the main alternate gateway because it adds more services, rental cars, and road links. Local visitor information for Cloncurry also notes a rail stop on the Townsville-Mount Isa line and says shuttle or bus arrangements can be made between Mount Isa and Cloncurry, which matters when weather or operational changes disrupt the air segment. In other words, the backup connection here is often by road or rail, not by another neatly timed flight from the same terminal.\n\nUse CNJ with extra margin, especially during the wet season or after major weather events. North West Queensland disruptions can quickly turn a short flight connection into a long ground detour. Confirm baggage rules, monitor the airline app closely, and if the onward itinerary is important, know in advance whether you would be re-routed through Mount Isa or held overnight. CNJ is a useful regional connector, but its reliability depends on conditions across the wider outback network, not just what happens inside the terminal.",
  "country": "Australia",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through Cloncurry 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=Cloncurry+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "iataCode": "CNJ",
  "icao": "YCCY",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -20.6686000824,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": 140.503997803,
  "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": "Cloncurry Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "SYD",
      "name": "Sydney Kingsford Smith"
    },
    {
      "code": "ERQ",
      "name": "Elrose Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "JCK",
      "name": "Julia Creek Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Cloncurry Airport (CNJ/YCCY) is a historic aviation facility located in the Shire of Cloncurry in North West Queensland, Australia. It holds a significant place in Australian history as the birthplace of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) in 1928. Today, the airport continues to serve as a vital hub for the regional mining industry, supporting major operations like the Ernest Henry Mine, as well as providing essential air links for the local community and the cattle industry. It primarily facilitates scheduled domestic flights to Brisbane and Mount Isa, alongside a high volume of Fly-in, Fly-out (FIFO) charters.\n\nThe terminal building is a functional and well-maintained facility that reflects the region's rich aviation heritage. Inside, travelers will find a unified departures and arrivals hall, featuring multiple check-in counters for regional carriers and FIFO operators, a streamlined security checkpoint, and a comfortable air-conditioned waiting room. Amenities at CNJ include a small cafe and snack bar, informational displays about the history of the RFDS, and essential restroom facilities. The terminal is designed to handle the periodic waves of industrial workers and tourists efficiently, providing a welcoming environment in the outback.\n\nOperational capacity at Cloncurry Airport is supported by a significant paved runway (16/34) measuring approximately 2,000 meters in length, which is capable of handling narrow-body commercial jets and various large regional aircraft. Navigation through the terminal is exceptionally easy, ensuring short walking distances for all passengers. For ground transportation, the airport is located about 5 kilometers from the Cloncurry town center, with official taxi services, pre-arranged hotel shuttles, and several car rental agencies available to transport visitors to their final destination or to explore the town's unique historical sites.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/YCCY/Cloncurry-Airport"
}