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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Fargo"
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  "airlines": [
    "Allegiant Air",
    "American Airlines",
    "Delta Air Lines",
    "Frontier Airlines",
    "United Airlines"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Fargo",
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  "connection_tips": "Hector International Airport (FAR) is the busiest airport in North Dakota, and its simplicity remains its greatest asset for connecting travelers. The airport operates from a single, modern terminal with nine gates following the 2026 expansion, making navigation extremely easy; the walk from the security checkpoint to the furthest gate takes less than five minutes. For ground transportation, the most important connection tip is that there is no public bus service directly to the terminal. You must use a taxi, a pre-booked shuttle, or a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft for the 10-minute drive to downtown Fargo.\n\nRental car counters for all major agencies are conveniently located in the baggage claim area. A unique local tip for those with extra time is to visit the 'Viewing Park' located near the main runway, which offers a great spot for aviation enthusiasts to watch aircraft take off and land. Within the terminal, the 'SkyDine' restaurant provides a full-service dining option with views of the airfield. Security lines are typically very short, but it is still recommended to arrive 90 minutes before your flight, especially during the early morning 'bank' of departures to hubs like Chicago, Denver, and Minneapolis.\n\nThe most critical connection factor at FAR is the winter weather. The airport is exceptionally well-equipped to handle blizzards and heavy snow, with a dedicated and highly efficient snow removal team. However, widespread winter storms across the Midwest can often lead to delays or cancellations originating from the hub airports, so always check your flight status via the airline's app before heading to FAR. For those driving to the airport in winter, using the covered parking garage is highly recommended to protect your vehicle from the elements.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Arrive 90 minutes early for morning departure bank to hubs like Chicago, Denver, and Minneapolis.",
    "The covered garage is the best option during Fargo winter weather.",
    "Viewing Park near the runway is useful if you have extra time.",
    "Use taxi, rideshare, or shuttle; no public bus serves the terminal.",
    "FAR is the main airport for Fargo, NDSU, and the Red River Valley."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "FAR",
  "icao": "KFAR",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 46.92070007324219,
  "layover_planner_info": "Single modern terminal with nine gates following 2026 expansion - maximum 5-minute walk from security to furthest gate. SkyDine restaurant with airfield views and major rental car agencies in baggage claim area.",
  "longitude": -96.81580352783203,
  "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 airline representatives for rebooking assistance. Alternative connections typically through Minneapolis, Chicago, or Denver hubs. Local accommodation available in downtown Fargo via taxi or rideshare.",
  "name": "Hector International Airport",
  "region": "ND",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "DTL",
      "name": "Detroit Lakes Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "WAH",
      "name": "Harry Stern Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Hector International Airport operates North Dakota's busiest passenger terminal, featuring a recently expanded facility with nine gates following completion of a $156 million expansion project in 2026. The terminal, originally built in 1986, now includes two concourses with improved passenger flow and enhanced amenities. The two-level terminal design dedicates the upper level to departures and the lower level to arrivals, with escalators and elevators providing easy navigation between floors.\n\nThe expanded terminal serves five major airlines - Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, and United - providing nonstop service to major hubs including Minneapolis, Chicago, Denver, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles. The enhanced security checkpoint accommodates increased passenger volume, while new post-security concession areas offer expanded dining and retail options including a new bar and restaurant, immersive reality room, children's play area, and service animal facilities.\n\nGround transportation includes a new four-story, 1,000-space parking garage connected to the terminal via skyway, completed in 2025. The terminal features comprehensive amenities including restaurants, retail stores, car rental services, ATMs, currency exchange, and charging stations throughout the facility. As the gateway to the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area and North Dakota State University, the airport serves the Red River Valley's agricultural, technology, and education sectors.",
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