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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Cape"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Air Niugini"
  ],
  "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": "Cape",
  "code": "CVL",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Cape Vogel Airport (CVL) requires a significantly different approach compared to international hubs. As a remote airstrip in Papua New Guinea's Milne Bay Province, CVL primarily serves as a vital link for local coastal communities and specialized travel such as research or adventure tourism. There are no scheduled commercial flights, meaning most travelers arrive via pre-arranged private charters or government-subsidized services. When planning a connection, it is essential to coordinate closely with your flight operator. Since the airstrip lacks a control tower or automated weather reporting, pilots rely on visual flight rules (VFR).\n\nThis means that sudden tropical rainstorms or low cloud cover can lead to immediate cancellations or delays. Travelers should always build at least one or two days of buffer into their itinerary, especially if they have a subsequent international flight from Port Moresby (POM). Furthermore, the lack of traditional ground transport means that onward travel\u2014often by boat\u2014must be organized well in advance. Cape Vogel is a coastal area where the sea is the primary highway. Ensure your local hosts or tour operators are aware of your expected arrival time and have a contingency plan for communication, as mobile coverage can be intermittent.\n\nFinally, remember that the airport offers no amenities. There are no lounges, restaurants, or shops. Travelers should carry their own water, high-energy snacks, and any necessary medications. Bringing a small first-aid kit and insect repellent is also highly recommended, given the tropical environment of the Milne Bay region. By treating the connection as part of the adventure rather than a routine transfer, visitors can better appreciate the unique beauty of this remote corner of Papua New Guinea.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Confirm your charter flight details multiple times before departure.",
    "Pack light and use soft-sided luggage to accommodate the weight.",
    "Carry a sufficient amount of Papua New Guinea Kina in small denominations.",
    "Pack essential medications and a basic first-aid kit.",
    "Bring your own reusable water bottle and purification tablets."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Cape+Vogel+Airport",
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
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  "iataCode": "CVL",
  "icao": "ZCVL",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -9.67,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": 150.019722222,
  "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": "Cape Vogel Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "POM",
      "name": "Jacksons International"
    },
    {
      "code": "WBC",
      "name": "Wapolu Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Cape Vogel Airport (CVL) is a remote regional aerodrome located in the Milne Bay Province of Papua New Guinea. Serving the coastal communities around the Cape Vogel peninsula, the airport is an essential piece of infrastructure in a region where road access is virtually non-existent. It consists of a single unpaved runway suitable for small turboprop aircraft and general aviation.\n\nThe passenger facilities at the airport are extremely basic, typically consisting of a small open-air shelter or a modest shed used for processing arrivals and departures. There are no formal check-in counters, security checkpoints, or baggage carousels. Travelers should expect a \"walk-on, walk-off\" experience, where luggage is handled manually by the flight crew or local assistants.\n\nDue to its remote nature, the airport does not have permanent staff or on-site services such as cafes, restrooms, or information desks. Visitors are advised to make all their logistical arrangements\u2014including ground or sea transport\u2014before they land. The airport serves as a critical gateway for the local population and for visiting researchers or tourists exploring the pristine marine environments of the Solomon Sea.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Cape+Vogel+Airport"
}