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    "addressCountry": "China",
    "addressLocality": "Dalian"
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  "connection_tips": "Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) is a major gateway in Northeast China, and navigating its ground transportation is exceptionally convenient due to its location within the city limits. The most efficient connection to the city center is via Metro Line 2, which has a station directly at the terminal; it provides a fast and inexpensive 30-minute link to Zhongshan Square and the Dalian Railway Station. For those heading to other major hubs like Xiwang Square or the Fujiazhuang area, multiple airport shuttle buses operate frequently from outside the arrivals hall. Taxis are also readily available 24/7, with a ride to the center typically costing between 30 and 50 CNY.\n\nA vital connection tip for international travelers is to allow at least three hours for departures, as the current facility is operating at near capacity while the city transitions its primary operations to the new Dalian Jinzhou Bay International Airport (expected to fully open by 2026). Security and customs queues can be significant during peak holiday periods. Within the terminal, amenities are comprehensive, featuring a variety of restaurants serving both authentic Chinese and international cuisine, along with multiple airline-specific lounges.\n\nFor those connecting to high-speed rail, the Dalian North Railway Station is a 20-minute taxi or Metro ride away. Lastly, carry your passport at all times as it is required for multiple security and ticketing checks throughout the terminal. For business travelers, the compact layout of DLC ensures that the transition from gate to ground transport is typically very fast compared to other major Chinese hubs.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Major airport for Liaoning's southern coast with domestic trunk routes and regional international.",
    "Regular visitors advise pre-booking transport into Dalian because services drop off after the last.",
    "Security only opens for scheduled departures, so arrive early.",
    "Dalian Zhoushuizi is a major Northeast China gateway with easy city access.",
    "Metro Line 2 links the terminal to downtown Dalian quickly and inexpensively."
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  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 38.965,
  "layover_planner_info": "Multiple caf\u00e9s and retail; lounges for major carriers.",
  "longitude": 121.538,
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  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
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  "name": "Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "SHE",
      "name": "Shenyang Taoxian"
    },
    {
      "code": "CNI",
      "name": "Changhai Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "WEH",
      "name": "Weihai Dashuibo Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "YNT",
      "name": "Yantai Penglai International Airport"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) is a primary aviation hub located approximately 10 kilometers northwest of the city center of Dalian, China. Serving as the busiest airport in Northeast China, it facilitates critical domestic connections and numerous regional international flights to destinations across East Asia. The airport is a vital engine for the economic development of the southern Liaoning Province, acting as a gateway for both global trade and the region's thriving tourism sector.\n\nThe current airport infrastructure features a substantial 135,000-square-meter terminal complex and a 3,300-meter Class 4E runway. In 2024, the facility handled over 19 million passengers, which has pushed the airport to its designed capacity. Due to its location amidst dense urban development, the airport is significantly constrained, leading to the ambitious development of its successor. Travelers at DLC currently navigate a multi-level terminal equipped with modern amenities, including automated check-in kiosks, digital passenger information systems, and a wide array of duty-free and retail options featuring international brands and local Liaoning products.\n\nLooking toward the future, Dalian is set to transition its primary air operations to the new Dalian Jinzhou Bay International Airport, which is currently under construction on a massive 21-square-kilometer artificial island. This replacement facility, expected to open its first phase around 2026, will eventually handle up to 70 million passengers annually, relieving the pressure on Zhoushuizi. Until the transition is complete, passengers at DLC are advised to allow ample time for check-in and security processing, especially during peak holiday periods when terminal volumes are exceptionally high. The airport continues to provide high-quality services, including multiple airline-specific lounges and a diverse range of dining options serving both authentic Chinese and international cuisines.",
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