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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Vanuatu",
    "addressLocality": "Dillon's Bay"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Regional carriers"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@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": "60 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Dillon's Bay",
  "code": "DLY",
  "connection_tips": "Dillon's Bay Airport (DLY) is a remote grass and coral airstrip on the western coast of Erromango Island, Vanuatu. For travelers connecting through DLY, the most important tip is to understand the logistics of 'Island Time' and the limited infrastructure. There are no taxis or rental cars waiting at the strip; you must pre-arrange a 4WD truck or boat transfer with your guesthouse (like the Dillon's Bay Guesthouse) well before your flight arrives. Air Vanuatu operates the only scheduled services, typically using small Twin Otter turboprop aircraft.\n\nA critical connection tip is the strict luggage weight limit, often capped between 10kg and 16kg per person; excess baggage is expensive and often bumped to a later flight if the plane is full. The terminal is a basic open-air shelter with no amenities like Wi-Fi, food, or water, so be completely self-sufficient. There are no ATMs on Erromango Island, and credit cards are not accepted anywhere; carry enough Vatu (VT) in small denominations for all your transport, accommodation, and local needs.\n\nBecause the airstrip is unpaved, it can become soft and unusable after heavy tropical rain, which is common in Vanuatu. Always build at least one 'buffer day' into your return itinerary to avoid missing international connections in Port Vila (VLI). For those seeking an authentic, untouched Pacific experience, DLY provides a spectacular entry point, but it requires meticulous logistical preparation and a flexible mindset.",
  "country": "Vanuatu",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=VUV",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Dillon's Bay is a remote island strip, so lock in the guesthouse transfer first.",
    "Use a truck or boat transfer only if it is already arranged before arrival.",
    "Security only opens for scheduled departures, so arrive early and ready.",
    "Ask your host for the best route to the bay before you fly to Erromango.",
    "Treat DLY as a point-to-point island arrival, not a flexible hub for changes."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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  "has_commercial_service": false,
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=VUV",
  "iataCode": "DLY",
  "icao": "NVVD",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "July 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -18.7693996429,
  "layover_planner_info": "Dillon's Bay Airport (DLY) in Dillon's Bay, Vanuatu serves Oceania as a practical regional airport. Dillon's Bay Airport (DLY) is a remote aviation facility located on the western coast of Erromango Island, within the Taf\u00e9a Province of Vanuatu. Dillon's Bay Airport (DLY) is a remote grass and coral airstrip on the western coast of Erromango Island, Vanuatu. Use the airport's published connection times of 45 minutes domestic and 60 minutes interline as the baseline for same-day planning. Nearby fallback points for schedule recovery include IPA Ipota Airport.",
  "longitude": 169.0010070801,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 60,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "If you miss a connection at Dillon's Bay Airport, contact Regional carriers or the handling desk at once. Dillon's Bay Airport is better treated as a regional transfer point than a hub, so the best recovery path is usually the next flight from Dillon's Bay or one of the nearby airports. Its published international-to-international guidance is 120 minutes, which matters if your itinerary crosses an interline handoff. Backup routing may also use IPA Ipota Airport.",
  "name": "Dillon's Bay Airport",
  "noindex": true,
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "IPA",
      "name": "Ipota Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Dillon's Bay Airport (DLY) is a remote aviation facility located on the western coast of Erromango Island, within the Taf\u00e9a Province of Vanuatu. As the primary airfield for the island, it serves the local community of Dillon's Bay and acts as a critical link for the transportation of goods, medical supplies, and passengers. The airport's location is remarkably scenic, situated between the rugged volcanic highlands and the pristine waters of the bay, offering travelers a true sense of the isolated beauty of the Vanuatu archipelago.\n\nThe airfield infrastructure is minimalist and designed for rugged operations, featuring a single unpaved runway that measures approximately 660 meters (2,165 feet) in length. This short strip is specifically utilized by Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) aircraft, such as the Twin Otters frequently used by regional carriers. The terminal facility consists of a single, modest building that provides essential shelter and basic passenger processing areas, including a small baggage claim zone and restrooms. Due to the island's remote nature, power supplies can be intermittent, and the facility reflects the functional, laid-back atmosphere of life on Erromango.\n\nTravelers arriving at or departing from DLY should be prepared for a highly self-sufficient experience. There are no commercial dining or retail options at the airport, so passengers are strongly advised to carry their own snacks, water, and sufficient cash for local needs. Regular inter-island services are primarily operated by Air Vanuatu, connecting the island to the national capital, Port Vila (VLI). Ground transportation is limited and typically involves pre-arranged transfers or small local vehicles to reach the Dillon's Bay community. The airport remains a vital asset for both the local population and the small number of eco-tourists who visit Erromango for its unique history and untouched natural landscapes.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.worlddata.info/oceania/vanuatu/airports.php"
}