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    "addressCountry": "Guadeloupe",
    "addressLocality": "Grande Anse"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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  "city": "Grande Anse",
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  "connection_tips": "La D\u00e9sirade Airport (DSD) is a quintessential Caribbean island airstrip, serving as a quiet and efficient gateway to the easternmost island of the Guadeloupe archipelago. For travelers connecting through DSD, the most important tip is its small scale; the terminal is located in Grande Anse and is within walking distance of several local guesthouses. Ground transportation is uniquely focused on leisure; while a few local taxis meet scheduled flights, most visitors choose to rent a bicycle or scooter from agencies located just outside the airport or near the ferry dock. This is the most authentic and efficient way to explore the 11-kilometer-long island.\n\nA vital connection tip is the alternative mode of transport: the 45-minute ferry from Saint-Fran\u00e7ois on the mainland (Grande-Terre). The ferry is often more frequent and less expensive than the 15-minute flight from Pointe-\u00e0-Pitre (PTP). If you are flying, be aware of the strict luggage weight limits on the small Cessna or Twin Otter aircraft used for inter-island hops, typically capped at 15kg. The airport operates under Visual Flight Rules (VFR), meaning flights are limited to daylight hours and are highly sensitive to Caribbean trade winds and sudden tropical rain.\n\nAlways build a 'buffer day' into your return itinerary to avoid missing international connections in PTP. Within the terminal, amenities are minimal, providing only basic shelter. It is wise to carry sufficient Euros in cash, as credit card acceptance is limited in the smaller island shops and ATMs can be sparse. For those seeking a peaceful escape from the busier tourist hubs, DSD provides a spectacular and remarkably stress-free entry point.",
  "country": "Guadeloupe",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through La D\u00e9sirade Airport.",
    "La D\u00e9sirade Airport is a quiet Caribbean gateway in Guadeloupe.",
    "The terminal in Grande Anse is within walking distance of guesthouses.",
    "Bicycles, scooters, and a few local taxis are the usual transport options.",
    "It's an easy way to explore the small island."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "DSD",
  "icao": "TFFA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 16.296902,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": -61.0844,
  "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": "La D\u00e9sirade Airport",
  "region": "Caribbean",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "PTP",
      "name": "Pointe-\u00e0-Pitre International"
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    {
      "code": "SFC",
      "name": "Saint-Francois Airport"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "La D\u00e9sirade Airport (TFFA) serves La D\u00e9sirade, the easternmost island of Guadeloupe in the French Caribbean, located in the commune of Grande Anse with a compact 600-meter by 20-meter asphalt runway (09/27) designed for small aircraft operations. The airport operates as a crucial inter-island transportation link accommodating Cessna 172, Piper PA28, Cessna Caravan, and Twin Otter aircraft providing essential connectivity between this remote island and the main Guadeloupe archipelago.\n\nThe small terminal building provides basic passenger facilities optimized for regional aircraft operations, including check-in areas, baggage handling, and waiting space for the limited daily flights connecting to Pointe-\u00e0-Pitre International Airport and other Caribbean islands. Air Cara\u00efbes and regional operators provide scheduled and charter services supporting the island's population and tourism, enabling access to La D\u00e9sirade's pristine beaches, hiking trails, and traditional Creole culture.\n\nOperational considerations include seasonal weather impacts from Caribbean trade winds and tropical weather systems, coordination with Pointe-\u00e0-Pitre air traffic control for inter-island flights, and limited ground services requiring advance planning for fuel and maintenance. The airport serves approximately 1,600 residents of La D\u00e9sirade plus visitors seeking this tranquil island's untouched natural beauty, geological attractions, and peaceful Caribbean lifestyle away from the busier tourist destinations of mainland Guadeloupe.",
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