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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Venezuela",
    "addressLocality": "Car\u00fapano"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Conviasa",
    "Albatros Airlines (check seasonal/availability)"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Car\u00fapano",
  "code": "CUP",
  "connection_tips": "General Francisco Berm\u00fadez Airport (CUP) serves as the primary aviation gateway to the coastal city of Car\u00fapano in Sucre State, Venezuela. For travelers, it is important to note that the airport has recently undergone a major infrastructure recovery program, with over 85% of the conditioning\u2014including the terminal's lighting and air conditioning systems\u2014completed as of early 2024. A critical operational factor for CUP is that the airfield currently lacks a runway lighting system, meaning all flight operations are strictly restricted to daylight hours under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Consequently, it is essential to schedule your arrivals and departures well before sunset to avoid potential diversions to other regional hubs.\n\nCommercial service is primarily provided by Conviasa, connecting Car\u00fapano to Caracas (Sim\u00f3n Bol\u00edvar International - CCS) and Porlamar (PMV). Because regional flight schedules in Venezuela can be highly fluid, it is recommended to build a minimum of 5 to 6 hours into your itinerary if you have an onward international connection in Caracas. The single terminal building is efficient and compact, featuring a newly activated cafeteria and upgraded security screening areas.\n\nGround transportation is straightforward, with a dedicated 24-hour taxi line located outside the arrivals hall; the 2. 7-kilometer journey to central Car\u00fapano takes only about 10 minutes. The airport is also the essential starting point for visitors exploring the stunning scenic landscapes of the Paria coast and the historic salt mines of the Araya Peninsula. Always confirm your flight status directly with the airline 24 hours before departure, as schedules are strictly dependent on aircraft availability and regional demand.",
  "country": "Venezuela",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through General Francisco Berm\u00fadez Airport.",
    "All flights operate daylight-only due to lack of runway lighting system.",
    "24-Hour taxi line outside arrivals provides quick 10-minute ride to Car\u00fapano center.",
    "Perfect starting point for exploring scenic Paria coast and Araya Peninsula.",
    "Terminal renovation 85% complete with new cafeteria and upgraded air conditioning."
  ],
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  "iataCode": "CUP",
  "icao": "SVCP",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 10.660014,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": -63.261681,
  "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": "General Francisco Berm\u00fadez Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "EOZ",
      "name": "Elorza Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "CCS",
      "name": "Sim\u00f3n Bol\u00edvar International"
    },
    {
      "code": "GUI",
      "name": "Guiria Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MUN",
      "name": "Jos\u00e9 Tadeo Monagas International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "General Francisco Berm\u00fadez Airport (CUP) serves the coastal city of Car\u00fapano in Sucre State, Venezuela. The airport is currently undergoing a significant modernization and recovery program, with over 85% of the infrastructure conditioning completed as of 2024. These improvements include updated lighting in the passenger terminal, the installation of high-capacity air conditioning units, and the renovation of public spaces. The airport features a single asphalt runway (17/35) measuring approximately 2,000 meters, which handles regional turboprop and small jet aircraft, primarily connecting the region to Caracas and Porlamar.\n\nThe terminal building offers a range of recently activated services designed to improve the traveler experience. This includes a new cafeteria area, operational X-ray machines for security screening, and a dedicated 24-hour taxi line located directly outside the arrivals hall. While it is not an international airport of entry and lacks customs and immigration facilities, the terminal provides a professional environment for domestic travelers. The airport also maintains a specialized aeronautical fire service on-site to ensure safety standards are met for all commercial and private flight operations.\n\nTransit at CUP is notably efficient due to the terminal's compact layout and the current focus on domestic routes. Because the airport does not have a runway lighting system, all flight operations are strictly restricted to daylight hours under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). For passengers connecting through Car\u00fapano\u2014though most will use it as a point of origin or destination\u2014the process is quick, with minimal wait times for baggage reclaim. Ground transportation to the city center is a short 10-minute drive, making the airport a convenient gateway for those visiting the nearby Araya Peninsula or the scenic Paria coast.",
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}