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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "China",
    "addressLocality": "Garz\u00ea (Kangding)"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "China Eastern Airlines",
    "Sichuan Airlines",
    "Tibet 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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    {
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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  "city": "Garz\u00ea (Kangding)",
  "code": "KGT",
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  "connection_tips": "Connecting at Kangding Airport (KGT) is a unique experience that requires careful attention to personal health and the local mountain weather. For most travelers, a 'connection' here involves transitioning from a domestic flight from Chengdu (CTU) or Chongqing (CKG) to local ground transport for travel across the Garz\u00ea Prefecture. Since arrivals and departures are housed in a single integrated building, moving from your arrival gate to the transport hub outside can be completed in under 10 minutes. However, it is advisable to allow at least 60-90 minutes for any onward connection to account for manual baggage retrieval and the necessary time for altitude acclimatization.\n\nGround transportation is the most critical link for any traveler transiting through Kangding. While taxis are available, it is highly recommended to use the official airport shuttle bus for its cost-effectiveness and reliable schedule timed with flight arrivals. If you are heading to remote Tibetan villages or scenic areas like the Gongga Mountain, pre-arranging a private 4WD transfer through your hotel or tour operator is often the safest option. Digital information displays throughout the terminal provide real-time updates on flight statuses and bus departures in both Mandarin and English, making it easy to track your next leg while you wait in the comfortable, oxygen-supported lounges.\n\nPractical preparation for a KGT connection includes utilizing the airport's specialized medical services. If you feel dizzy or short of breath during your transit, visit the 24-hour medical center immediately. While the terminal offers free Wi-Fi, mobile network coverage in this part of the Tibetan Plateau can vary, so having your digital travel documents and hotel bookings saved for offline access is a wise precaution.",
  "country": "China",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "KGT is at 4,280m; walk slowly and stay hydrated immediately upon landing to avoid altitude sickness.",
    "Oxygen supplies & 24-hr medical center are open airside if you feel unwell during your transit.",
    "The apt shuttle 2 Kangding city is timed w/ all arrivals; look 4 50 RMB bus outside exit.",
    "Flights are often suspended in winter (Dec-Feb); check 4 direct road alternatives from Chengdu...",
    "No major ATMs airside; carry enough cash (CNY) 4 transport & small purchases before passing sec."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  "iataCode": "KGT",
  "icao": "ZUKD",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 30.142464,
  "layover_planner_info": "Single-story terminal at 14,042ft elevation with oxygen supplies, 24-hour medical center for AMS treatment, VIP lounges, Mother & Child room, cafes serving hot Sichuan/Tibetan cuisine, free Wi-Fi, 10-minute gate-to-exit transit.",
  "longitude": 101.73872,
  "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 China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines, or Tibet Airlines representatives. Limited backup options at extreme altitude - medical center available for AMS treatment if needed.",
  "name": "Kangding Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AAT",
      "name": "Altay Xuedu Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Kangding Airport (KGT), also known as Ganzi Kangding Airport, is one of the highest commercial aviation facilities in the world, situated at an extreme elevation of 14,042 feet (4,280 meters) above sea level in the Sichuan Province of China. Serving as the primary gateway to the Garz\u00ea Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, the airport is a critical infrastructure link for travelers exploring the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau. The facility maintains a modern, single-story passenger terminal specifically designed to manage the unique physiological challenges of high-altitude travel, providing essential air connectivity to major domestic hubs like Chengdu.\n\nThe terminal's layout is intentionally compact to minimize walking distances for passengers, which is vital due to the significantly lower oxygen levels at this elevation. All essential functions\u2014including check-in counters, a secure security screening zone, and a functional waiting lounge\u2014are integrated within a single building. The airport features a significant 4,000-meter (13,123 ft) concrete runway, a requirement for aircraft to safely take off and land in the thin mountain air. Arriving passengers benefit from an efficient baggage reclaim area and immediate access to specialized health services stationed near the exit.\n\nAmenities within the Kangding terminal are uniquely tailored to its extreme environment. The facility houses a 24-hour medical center staffed with professionals trained to treat symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), and oxygen supplies are available throughout the waiting areas for passengers in distress. For refreshments, several small cafes serve local Sichuan and Tibetan-style hot soups and noodles, alongside retail kiosks selling travel essentials and bottled water. The terminal also features VIP and First Class lounges, a dedicated Mother and Child room, and free high-speed Wi-Fi, providing a comfortable environment for acclimatization before continuing the journey.\n\nGround transportation at KGT is well-coordinated with the local regional infrastructure, located approximately 38 to 40 kilometers from the Kangding city center. An official airport shuttle bus provides a reliable link to the central district, with a typical journey time of about one hour. Taxis are also readily available at the terminal exit, offering private transfers to destinations like Tagong and Mugecuo Lake. Travelers are generally advised to arrive at least 90 minutes before their domestic flight and are strongly encouraged to walk slowly and stay hydrated upon arrival to help their bodies adjust to the extreme altitude. The airport often experiences seasonal flight suspensions during the peak winter months (December to February) due to heavy snow and ice.",
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