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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Madagascar",
    "addressLocality": "Antsiranana"
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  "airlines": [
    "Air Madagascar",
    "Tsaradia"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "40 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
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      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Antsiranana",
  "code": "DIE",
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  "connection_tips": "Arrachart Airport (DIE), serving the port city of Antsiranana (Diego-Suarez) in northern Madagascar, is a vital regional node for both commerce and adventure tourism. For travelers connecting through DIE, the most important tip is to pre-arrange a 4x4 vehicle and driver if you plan to visit the nearby Amber Mountain National Park or the Red Tsingy, as these sites require specialized transport that is not readily available at the terminal curb. Ground transportation to the city center, located about 8 kilometers away, is handled by local taxis; it is essential to agree on the fare (typically 15,000 to 25,000 MGA) before starting your journey, as meters are not used.\n\nFor budget travelers, 'Taxi-brousse' (minibuses) operate from the main road outside the airport gates, but they have no fixed schedule. The terminal itself is basic and functional, featuring a small caf\u00e9 and a few local handicraft stalls. It is critical to carry sufficient Malagasy Ariary in cash, as international credit cards are rarely accepted at the airport and reliable ATMs can be sparse in northern Madagascar.\n\nArrive at least two hours early for your domestic flight to Antananarivo (TNR) to clear security and documentation checks. Because the airport is located in a breezy coastal area, light turboprop flights can occasionally be affected by high winds, so always maintain a flexible schedule. Lastly, if you are arriving from R\u00e9union or Mayotte on one of the occasional international flights, allow extra time for the thorough manual processing of customs and health declarations.",
  "country": "Madagascar",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Prebook your transfer into Antsiranana if you arrive near dusk or after dark.",
    "Keep cash handy because northern Madagascar transport is still mostly local.",
    "Use DIE for the port city, but not for instant onward movement from arrivals.",
    "Airport taxis thin out, so timing matters more than price at the curb.",
    "Build slack if you are connecting to a lodge or coastal resort on the north coast."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "DIE",
  "icao": "FMNA",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -12.349,
  "layover_planner_info": "Small caf\u00e9 and seating.",
  "longitude": 49.292,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 40,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 75,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 75,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Airline desk at departures.",
  "name": "Arrachart Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "TNR",
      "name": "Antananarivo Ivato"
    },
    {
      "code": "AMB",
      "name": "Ambilobe Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Arrachart Airport (DIE), also known as Antsiranana Airport, is a vital aviation hub located approximately 10 kilometers south of the port city of Antsiranana (formerly Diego-Suarez) in northern Madagascar. Serving as the primary gateway to the Diana region, the airport is essential for both the local economy and the thriving tourism sector, providing access to the region's stunning national parks, such as Amber Mountain and Ankarana. The airport's location is strategically important, bridging the gap between the isolated northern tip of the island and the capital.\n\nIn recent years, the terminal and airfield have undergone significant modernization efforts managed by A\u00e9roports de Madagascar (ADEMA). These upgrades include an expanded apron to accommodate more aircraft simultaneously, the introduction of digital check-in systems to streamline the passenger experience, and enhanced airfield lighting for improved safety. The single-terminal building houses essential services such as a small passenger lounge, a caf\u00e9 offering local refreshments, and dedicated areas for customs and immigration, which support the airport's limited international operations.\n\nConnectivity at Arrachart Airport is primarily focused on domestic routes operated by Madagascar Airlines (incorporating the former Air Madagascar and Tsaradia), with frequent flights to Antananarivo, Nosy Be, and Sambava. Additionally, the airport maintains important international links to neighboring islands, including scheduled flights to Saint-Denis de la R\u00e9union via Air Austral and Dzaoudzi via Ewa Air. Travelers arriving at DIE will find authorized taxis readily available outside the arrivals hall for the short journey into Antsiranana, though it is often recommended to arrange transport in advance during peak tourist seasons to ensure a smooth transition to local accommodations.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arrachart_Airport"
}