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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Ilh\u00e9us"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "LATAM Brazil",
    "GOL Linhas A\u00e9reas",
    "Azul Brazilian Airlines",
    "Passaredo (VOEPASS)"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "35 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "65 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "65 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "80 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "100 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Ilh\u00e9us",
  "code": "IOS",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) is a straightforward and generally relaxed experience, as the facility handles a manageable volume of domestic traffic, primarily linked to major hubs like S\u00e3o Paulo (GRU/CGH), Belo Horizonte (CNF), and Salvador (SSA). If you are traveling on a single ticket with a major Brazilian carrier like Azul or LATAM, your checked baggage will typically be transferred automatically to your final destination, allowing you to remain in the secure departures lounge for your onward domestic flight. However, it is always wise to confirm this at your initial check-in point. For self-transfers or passengers traveling on separate tickets, it is recommended to allow between 60 and 90 minutes.\n\nThis provides a sufficient buffer to collect your luggage from the single arrivals carousel and proceed back to the departures level for re-check-in within the same terminal building. The airport's compact layout ensures that walking distances are minimal, making the transition between flights very quick. Security wait times are typically under 15 minutes, although it is always wise to allow extra time during peak summer tourism months (December through March) and local festivals when the airport can experience higher volumes. While waiting at the terminal, passengers can enjoy the quiet atmosphere and utilize the free Wi-Fi provided throughout the building.\n\nSeveral comfortable seating areas are available within the passenger zones. If you find yourself with a layover exceeding four hours, a quick trip into downtown Ilh\u00e9us to see the historic St. Sebastian Cathedral or visit the Jorge Amado House Museum is possible, provided you have pre-arranged transport. Always keep your boarding pass and a valid government-issued identification (RG for Brazilians or a passport for international visitors) easily accessible",
  "country": "Brazil",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Private/GA airport; no scheduled service at this airport.",
    "FBO services available for private aircraft at this airport.",
    "Runway length 577m; check performance at this airport.",
    "Ground transport: Domestic flights busy; arrive early at this airport.",
    "Ground transport: Taxis available at arrivals curb at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Bahia+-+Jorge+Amado+Airport+Ilh%C3%A9us",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "iataCode": "IOS",
  "icao": "SBIL",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -14.815929,
  "layover_planner_info": "No dedicated layover amenities; short transfers recommended.",
  "longitude": -39.033458,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 35,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 65,
  "mct_interline": 100,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 65,
  "mct_international_to_international": 80,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airport staff or airline representatives on-site.",
  "name": "Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport",
  "region": "Americas",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "SSA",
      "name": "Salvador Deputado Lu\u00eds Eduardo Magalh\u00e3es International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "IPU",
      "name": "Ipia\u00fa Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Jorge Amado Airport (IOS), also known as Ilh\u00e9us Airport, is a significant domestic aviation facility serving the city of Ilh\u00e9us and the Costa do Cacau (Cocoa Coast) region in the state of Bahia, Brazil. Located just 3 kilometers from the urban core, it acts as a primary air gateway for both business travelers and tourists visiting the region's historic cocoa plantations and famous beaches. The airport features a single, modern passenger terminal and an asphalt runway extending approximately 1,577 meters, allowing it to handle regional commercial aircraft such as the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320.\n\nThe terminal building at Ilh\u00e9us is well-equipped with contemporary amenities designed to offer a professional and comfortable experience for all passengers. It houses multiple check-in banks for major Brazilian carriers like LATAM, GOL, and Azul, a streamlined security screening area, and a spacious departure lounge with a variety of traveler services. Within the terminal, visitors can find several restaurants offering traditional Bahian cuisine, retail shops specializing in premium local cocoa products and chocolate, and essential facilities including ATMs, charging stations, and tourist information centers.\n\nGround transportation at IOS is highly organized, with numerous car rental agencies, taxi services, and private hotel shuttles meeting arriving flights. The airport's strategic location provides rapid access to the historic center of Ilh\u00e9us, the site of many literary works by its namesake author, Jorge Amado. For visitors exploring the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the southern Bahian coast, Jorge Amado Airport offers a professional and highly accessible regional gateway, significantly reducing the travel time required to reach this iconic part of Brazil.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.worlddata.info/america/brazil/airports.php"
}