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    "addressCountry": "Nepal",
    "addressLocality": "Nepalgunj"
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  "airlines": [
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    "Private Aviation"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "35 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "65 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "65 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "80 minutes"
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      "value": "100 minutes"
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  "city": "Nepalgunj",
  "code": "KEP",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting at Nepalgunj Airport (KEP) is an increasingly efficient experience thanks to its newly modernized, integrated terminal. For most travelers, a 'connection' here involves transitioning from a domestic flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to a smaller 'pioneer' flight serving the remote mountain airstrips of the Karnali province. Since all facilities are housed in a single complex, moving from the arrival hall on the ground floor to the departure lounges on the first floor can be completed in under 15 minutes. However, it is advisable to allow at least 120 minutes for any onward connection to account for baggage retrieval and the frequent weather-related delays typical of mountain aviation.\n\nGround transportation is a vital link for any traveler transiting through Nepalgunj. While taxis and e-rickshaws are readily available for short trips to town, it is highly recommended to pre-book a transfer if you are heading to the Indian border (Jamunaha) or the nearby Bardiya National Park. If you are staying in central Nepalgunj, most hotels provide a pick-up service from the designated arrivals exit. Digital information displays throughout the terminal provide real-time updates on flight statuses and gate assignments in both Nepali and English, making it easy to track your next leg while you wait in the comfortable airside commercial areas.\n\nPractical preparation for a KEP connection includes utilizing the airport's modern digital infrastructure. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, allowing you to stay connected and confirm onward trekking or lodge bookings. While there are multiple ATMs in the arrivals and commercial areas, they may not always accept all international cards, so having sufficient Nepalese Rupees (NPR) in cash for smaller transport fares and local dining is a wise precaution.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "The new term is three stories; use semi-basement level 4 best selection of retail & travel goods.",
    "A dedicated water-misting system keeps the terminal cool during Nepalgunj's extreme summer heat.",
    "Nepalgunj is primary hub 4 Karnali mountains; always allow full day of buffer time 4 mountain...",
    "No major ATMs airside; carry enough Nepalese Rupees 4 transport & small purchases before passing...",
    "The apt features 8 plane park stands; use escalators 2 reach upper-floor board lounges faster."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "KEP",
  "icao": "VNNG",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 28.1036,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited services; plan ahead.",
  "longitude": 81.667,
  "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 airline staff for assistance.",
  "name": "Nepalgunj Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "KTM",
      "name": "Tribhuvan International"
    },
    {
      "code": "DOP",
      "name": "Dolpa Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SKH",
      "name": "Surkhet Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Nepalgunj Airport (KEP) has recently transitioned into a modern aviation hub following the completion of its state-of-the-art terminal building in late 2025. This significantly expanded three-story facility, covering approximately 5,075 square meters, serves as the premier gateway to the Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces of Nepal. The airport is now designed to handle up to 1,600 passengers per hour during peak times, reflecting its growing importance as a domestic hub and its readiness for future international and cross-border operations to major Indian cities like New Delhi and Lucknow.\n\nThe terminal's layout is vertically organized to optimize passenger flow and commercial activity. The ground floor serves as the primary hub for passenger handling, featuring 14 modern check-in counters and a secure security screening zone equipped with advanced X-ray systems. A semi-basement level is dedicated to commercial purposes, housing 24 retail shops and service outlets that cater to both travelers and visitors. The first floor features expansive passenger lounges and three high-standard VIP rooms, all accessible via four escalators and three elevators, ensuring full accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility.\n\nAmenities within the new Nepalgunj terminal provide world-class services while maintaining energy efficiency through a unique 'open-to-sky' dome that maximizes natural light. To combat the region's high seasonal heat, the facility is equipped with a specialized water curtain and misting system. Families benefit from a dedicated children's play area, and the terminal provides free high-speed Wi-Fi, modern prayer rooms, and a separate utility block for reliable power and water treatment. The expanded apron can now accommodate up to eight aircraft simultaneously, including three ATR-72 sized jets and five smaller turboprops used for remote mountain flights.\n\nGround transportation at KEP is well-coordinated with the local regional infrastructure, with the central Nepalgunj district just 6 kilometers away. Travelers can easily access the city via local taxi services, e-rickshaws, or pre-arranged hotel shuttles stationed outside the terminal exit. For those heading to the remote districts of Dolpa, Jumla, or Mugu, the airport acts as the primary staging point for both scheduled and charter 'pioneer' flights. The airport features 1,700 meters of upgraded runway with modern lighting for night flight capabilities. Travelers are generally advised to arrive at least 90 minutes before domestic flights to account for the increased passenger volume and modernized security procedures.",
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