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    "addressCountry": "Guatemala",
    "addressLocality": "Huehuetenango"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "ARM Aviaci\u00f3n",
    "TAG Airlines"
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      "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"
    },
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Huehuetenango",
  "code": "HUG",
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  "connection_tips": "Navigating connections at Huehuetenango Airport requires careful planning, especially regarding the strict baggage policies of regional carriers like TAG Airlines. For domestic flights within Guatemala, the checked baggage allowance is typically limited to a combined weight of 20 pounds (9 kg), reflecting the smaller aircraft used for highland operations. If you are connecting from an international flight with a standard 50-pound allowance, be prepared to pay excess baggage fees, which are currently approximately $3 USD per additional pound, subject to space availability. For travelers connecting at La Aurora International Airport (GUA) from Huehuetenango, the process is streamlined; after arriving at GUA, you follow the 'National Departures' signs without needing to exit the main airport complex.\n\nIf you have already checked in online, you can proceed directly to the domestic security area on the lower level. Check-in for flights at HUG typically opens two hours before departure and closes strictly 45 minutes prior to take-off. It is highly recommended to arrive at least 90 minutes early to ensure all weighing and security procedures are completed. The terminal at HUG is basic, and there are no food or retail services available after passing through the final security gate, so it is advisable to purchase any necessary refreshments in Huehuetenango city before heading to the field.\n\nFor self-transferring passengers, ensure you have a minimum of 3 hours between your arrival in Guatemala City and any onward international departure to account for luggage retrieval and immigration. Ground transportation to the city center is available via local taxis, but pre-arranging your transfer is recommended during the early morning hours when most flights depart. The airport's high-altitude location means that weather delays, particularly due to morning fog in the Cuchumatanes mountains, are common, so maintaining a flexible schedule is essential for smooth travel.",
  "country": "Guatemala",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Arrive at least 60 minutes before your domestic flight to complete check-in and security...",
    "Be prepared for potential morning fog which can sometimes delay departures from this...",
    "The airport is located very close to the city center, making taxi or private transfers quick and...",
    "Keep a light jacket handy as the high-altitude climate in Huehuetenango can be significantly...",
    "Utilize online check-in with TAG Airlines up to 24 hours in advance to save time at the regional..."
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  "iataCode": "HUG",
  "icao": "MGHT",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 15.316667,
  "layover_planner_info": "The airport is not equipped for long layovers; however, its proximity to Huehuetenango city center allows for quick visits to local markets or cafes if you have a few hours. There are no dedicated luggage storage services at the terminal.",
  "longitude": -91.505556,
  "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": "If you miss your flight, visit the desks of TAG Airlines or ARM Aviaci\u00f3n. Since daily frequencies are limited, you may be rebooked on a flight for the following day. For urgent travel, consider regional bus services as an alternative to wait for the next flight.",
  "name": "Huehuetenango Airport",
  "region": "Central America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "GUA",
      "name": "La Aurora International"
    },
    {
      "code": "CTF",
      "name": "Coatepeque Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Huehuetenango Airport (HUG) operates with a small, functional regional terminal situated in a high-elevation basin at approximately 6,135 feet. The terminal architecture is straightforward, designed to handle domestic passenger flow primarily connecting to Guatemala City. Due to the airport's unique location surrounded by mountainous terrain, the terminal and apron areas offer impressive views of the Cuchumatanes mountain range.\n\nFacilities at HUG are basic but sufficient for the regional nature of the flights. The terminal includes a waiting area, check-in desks for local carriers, and basic sanitary facilities. There are currently government-led initiatives to expand and modernize the terminal and airfield to better serve the growing demand for regional connectivity in the western highlands of Guatemala.\n\nNavigation within the airport is exceptionally simple given its small size, with the boarding area located just steps away from the check-in counters. Travelers should note that the airport's high altitude and surrounding topography mean that flight operations are typically restricted to daylight hours and are highly dependent on clear visibility.",
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