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    "addressCountry": "Indonesia",
    "addressLocality": "Ende"
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    "Various regional carriers"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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  "city": "Ende",
  "code": "ENE",
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  "connection_tips": "H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport (ENE), commonly known as Ende Airport, is a critical regional aviation hub located on the island of Flores in Indonesia\u2019s East Nusa Tenggara Province. For travelers, the most important connection tip is recognizing its role as the premier entry point for visitors to the world-famous Kelimutu National Park, situated about 50 kilometers away and renowned for its spectacular three-colored crater lakes. Commercial service is primarily domestic, with carriers like Wings Air and TransNusa providing essential links to major regional hubs such as Kupang (KOE) and the burgeoning tourism center of Labuan Bajo (LBJ).\n\nIf you are planning a self-transfer between regional flights, it is highly recommended to allow a minimum of 2.5 hours to comfortably collect your luggage and re-check in, as the airport utilizes a compact, single-terminal layout for both arrivals and departures. A unique operational factor for ENE is its relatively short 1,650-meter runway, which is constrained by\n\nmountainous terrain and urban development; this limits operations to turboprop aircraft and smaller regional jets. Consequently, flights are susceptible to weight restrictions and weather-related delays, especially during the tropical monsoon season. Ground transportation is exceptionally convenient, with the airport situated just 2 kilometers from the Ende city center.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Arrive two hours early, as peak departures can crowd the counters.",
    "Terminal eateries are a good place to try straightforward Flores dishes.",
    "Expect luggage limits when runway length or weather constrain turboprops.",
    "An ojek is the quickest cheap ride into central Ende from the airport.",
    "Check airline status in monsoon season, when rain often delays flights."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "ENE",
  "icao": "WATE",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -8.8492898941,
  "layover_planner_info": "Consider local transport options for layovers.",
  "longitude": 121.661003113,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 110,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's service desk for assistance.",
  "name": "H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BJW",
      "name": "Bajawa Soa Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MOF",
      "name": "Frans Xavier Seda Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport (WATE), also known as Ende Airport, serves as a vital regional aviation gateway for the city of Ende on Flores Island in Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara Province. Strategically located near the island's southern coast, the airport is famously recognized as the premier entry point for visitors to the world-renowned Kelimutu National Park and its spectacular three-colored crater lakes. Its role is fundamental for the regional tourism industry and local community, providing essential connectivity between Flores and other major Indonesian hubs such as Kupang and Labuan Bajo.\n\nThe airport features a modern passenger terminal building that was inaugurated to replace older facilities and better serve the growing volume of tourists. The new 800-square-meter terminal is designed for efficiency and comfort, housing six ticket counters and a spacious waiting room that can accommodate up to 200 passengers at a time. Inside, travelers can find essential amenities including an ATM, a first-aid post, and several local eateries serving traditional Indonesian dishes like Nasi Goreng. The terminal's compact and intuitive design ensures a streamlined experience for those arriving or departing on the frequent regional flights.\n\nOperational support at ENE is tailored to the unique geographical challenges of Flores Island, featuring a 1,650-meter runway that is capable of handling turboprop aircraft such as the ATR-72. The airport's apron is designed to accommodate up to five aircraft simultaneously, reflecting its importance as a regional hub. Due to the surrounding mountainous terrain and urban development, pilots must maintain high situational awareness during approach and departure. Its extremely close proximity to the Ende city center\u2014only about 2 kilometers away\u2014makes it one of the most accessible airports in the province, ensuring that the 'City of Pancasila' remains well-connected to the broader Indonesian aviation network.",
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}