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    "addressCountry": "Chile",
    "addressLocality": "Iquique"
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  "airlines": [
    "LATAM Chile",
    "SKY Airline",
    "JetSMART Chile",
    "Amaszonas (Seasonal)"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "80 minutes"
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  "city": "Iquique",
  "code": "IQQ",
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  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) is generally a smooth and efficient process, as the facility handles a significant volume of domestic traffic, primarily linked to Santiago (SCL), and regional international flights to neighboring countries like Bolivia and Argentina. If you are traveling on a single ticket with a major Chilean carrier like LATAM, SKY Airline, or JetSMART, 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.\n\nFor passengers conducting self-transfers or traveling on separate tickets, it is recommended to allow at least 90 to 120 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and a minimum of three hours for any connection involving an international flight. This provides an essential buffer to collect your luggage from the arrivals hall, move through the terminal, and proceed back through security and immigration if necessary. During the peak summer tourism months (January and February) and local holidays, the airport can become quite busy, so allowing extra time is highly advisable to avoid any stress.\n\nWhile waiting for your onward flight, the terminal offers several comfortable seating areas and free Wi-Fi throughout the passenger zones. While there are no dedicated high-end international-style lounges beyond those offered by specific airlines, several cafes and snack bars in the departure lounge provide a pleasant place to relax. If you have a layover exceeding five hours, a quick trip into downtown Iquique to see the historic city center or enjoy a meal at a coastal restaurant is possible, provided you have pre-arranged transport and have allowed for the 45-minute drive",
  "country": "Chile",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Ground transport: Taxis available at arrivals curb at this airport.",
    "Dining options available in terminal at this airport.",
    "Security is usually quick, but allow extra time during peak departures.",
    "Check flight status before heading to airport at this airport.",
    "Keep documents easily accessible at this airport."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "IQQ",
  "icao": "SCDA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -20.535,
  "layover_planner_info": "Taxis/buses to city; cafes airside.",
  "longitude": -70.181,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 80,
  "mct_interline": 125,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 80,
  "mct_international_to_international": 95,
  "missed_connection_help": "Airline counters in departures.",
  "name": "Diego Aracena International Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ARI",
      "name": "Chacalluta Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "ANF",
      "name": "Antofagasta"
    },
    {
      "code": "CJC",
      "name": "El Loa Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "CPP",
      "name": "Coposa Airport"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) is a major aviation hub situated in the Tarapac\u00e1 Region of northern Chile, serving the city of Iquique. As one of Chile's most significant regional gateways, it acts as a critical link for the mining industry and for tourists visiting the Atacama Desert and the Zofri tax-free zone. The airport features a modern, single passenger terminal designed for high-capacity traffic, supported by one of the longest asphalt runways in the country, extending approximately 3,350 meters, which allows it to handle large commercial and cargo aircraft including wide-body jets.\n\nThe terminal building at Iquique is well-equipped with contemporary amenities that provide a high standard of comfort and efficiency for both domestic and international travelers. It houses multiple check-in banks, streamlined security and immigration screening lanes, and a spacious departure lounge with a variety of passenger services. Within the terminal, visitors can find several full-service restaurants offering traditional Chilean cuisine, retail shops featuring regional handicrafts, and essential facilities including ATMs, charging stations, and premium business lounges. The airport is recognized for its professional management and efficient passenger processing.\n\nGround transportation at IQQ is exceptionally well-organized, with numerous car rental agencies, authorized taxi services, and shared transfer vans (shuttles) that connect the airport directly to Iquique city center and the major coastal beach resorts. Uniquely, the airport is located approximately 45 kilometers south of the city, providing a dramatic arrival experience with views of the vast Atacama coastal desert and the Pacific Ocean. For visitors exploring the natural beauty and commercial importance of northern Chile, Diego Aracena International Airport offers a professional and highly accessible regional gateway.",
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}