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    "addressCountry": "New Caledonia",
    "addressLocality": "Kon\u00e9"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "New Caledonia national carrier"
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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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      "@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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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Kon\u00e9",
  "code": "KNQ",
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  "connection_tips": "Kon\u00e9 Airport (KNQ) is a vital regional aviation gateway serving as the primary link to the North Province of New Caledonia. A critical connection tip for visitors is building a minimum 3-to-4-hour buffer if you have an onward international connection from Noum\u00e9a\u2019s La Tontouta (NOU); the road transfer between the domestic Magenta airfield and the international hub typically takes about 45 to 60 minutes. Within the functional terminal building, passengers have access to free high-speed Wi-Fi and a small caf\u00e9 serving local refreshments. Always confirm your flight status directly with the airline, as operations are strictly daylight-dependent and can occasionally be impacted by seasonal tropical winds.\n\nFor travelers, a standout feature is its role as the essential entry point for the region\u2019s massive nickel mining industry, specifically supporting the world-class Vavouto industrial complex. Ground transportation into central Kon\u00e9\u2014located about 5 kilometers away\u2014is straightforward, with local taxis usually available for flight arrivals. Arriving at the airport at least 60 to 90 minutes before your departure is sufficient to navigate the manual check-in process comfortably. KNQ remains a professional and highly efficient entry point for those involved in the region\u2019s administrative and industrial sectors.\n\nCommercial service is headlined by Air Cal\u00e9donie, which provides frequent daily non-stops to the capital, Noum\u00e9a (Magenta - GEA). However, car rentals are very limited and must be pre-arranged for meet-and-greet delivery at the terminal. The airfield features a well-maintained 1,000-meter paved runway situated just 23 feet above sea level.",
  "country": "New Caledonia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through Kon\u00e9 Airport.",
    "Be aware that domestic flights from Noum\u00e9a Magenta are primarily via Air Cal\u00e9donie.",
    "Monitor flight status closely as New Caledonia's weather often causes schedule changes.",
    "Book a 4WD tour or microlight flight in advance for the best views of the Heart of Voh.",
    "Pre-book a rental car for airport pick-up; there is no reliable taxi standby service."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "KNQ",
  "icao": "NWWD",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -21.053551,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": 164.838768,
  "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": "Contact airline service desk for missed connections.",
  "name": "Kon\u00e9 Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "PDC",
      "name": "Mueo Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "KOC",
      "name": "Koumac Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TOU",
      "name": "Touho Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Kon\u00e9 Airport (KNQ), designated NWWD, operates as a strategic domestic aviation facility serving the commune of Kon\u00e9 in New Caledonia's North Province, positioned at coordinates -21.054\u00b0S, 164.839\u00b0E where this essential airport provides vital connectivity for one of New Caledonia's most important mining and industrial regions including the nearby Vavouto industrial complex operated by KNS (Koniambo Nickel SAS). This strategically located airport supports both the local population and the substantial nickel mining operations that define the economic character of the North Province, where aviation services facilitate transportation for mining personnel, government officials, and residents accessing New Caledonia's domestic flight network connecting remote communities throughout this French overseas collectivity in the South Pacific.\n\nThe airport operates with a single runway designated 9/27 designed to accommodate regional aircraft essential for New Caledonia's inter-island transportation network, providing reliable domestic connectivity linking Kon\u00e9 to Noum\u00e9a and other destinations throughout New Caledonia including the Loyalty Islands (Mar\u00e9, Tiga, Lifou, and Ouv\u00e9a) and the Isle of Pines through the territory's comprehensive domestic aviation system. Flight operations must accommodate New Caledonia's tropical climate including cyclone seasons, trade wind patterns, and variable weather conditions that significantly impact inter-island aviation throughout the South Pacific region where reliable air transport remains essential for maintaining connectivity between dispersed island communities. The facility maintains essential communication and navigation equipment necessary for safe domestic operations while serving the unique requirements of both civilian transportation and industrial aviation supporting the region's extensive nickel mining activities.\n\nTerminal facilities emphasize practical functionality appropriate for a regional domestic airport serving New Caledonia's mining communities, featuring basic passenger processing capabilities including check-in services, security screening, and essential passenger amenities suitable for domestic flights connecting the North Province to the territory's main aviation hub at Noum\u00e9a-Magenta Airport. The compact terminal provides fundamental passenger services including basic waiting areas, essential communication systems, and operational support necessary for coordinating domestic flights throughout New Caledonia's inter-island network. Infrastructure reflects the airport's dual role serving both local community transportation needs and supporting the substantial industrial activities centered around the nearby Vavouto nickel processing facility and associated mining operations throughout the North Province.\n\nThe airport's strategic importance extends beyond passenger transportation to supporting New Caledonia's vital nickel mining industry, particularly the operations around Vavouto where KNS operates major ferronickel processing facilities that represent crucial components of New Caledonia's economy as one of the world's largest nickel producers. Regular operations include scheduled domestic flights connecting Kon\u00e9 to New Caledonia's broader transportation network while supporting charter flights and specialized aviation services for mining industry personnel, equipment transport, and emergency services throughout the North Province. Despite its regional scale, Kon\u00e9 Airport represents an essential transportation asset supporting both community connectivity and industrial operations throughout northern New Caledonia, enabling access to employment opportunities, government services, and maintaining vital links between this important mining region and the territory's administrative and commercial centers in Noum\u00e9a and throughout the French Pacific territory.",
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}