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    "addressCountry": "Greece",
    "addressLocality": "Argos Orestiko"
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      "value": "30 minutes"
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  "connection_tips": "Kastoria National Airport (KSO), officially known as 'Aristotelis,' is a vital regional aviation gateway situated in Argos Orestiko, serving the Western Macedonia region of Greece. Ground transportation is well-managed, with the city of Kastoria located approximately 12 kilometers to the north; authorized taxis are available outside arrivals for the short 15-to-20-minute transit, though carrying local cash (EUR) is essential. Arriving at the airport at least 90 minutes before your departure is sufficient to navigate the manual check-in process comfortably. KSO remains a professional and increasingly important node for the region's prominent fur trade and tourism sectors.\n\nFor travelers, a standout feature is the airport's 2025 modernization project, which is introducing a new state-of-the-art air traffic control tower and significantly upgrading the terminal\u2019s technical infrastructure. For those needing car rentals, it is mandatory to pre-arrange pickup at the terminal, as on-demand availability is extremely limited. A significant operational factor is the mountainous terrain; winter weather can lead to short-notice schedule adjustments on the 2,698-meter runway.\n\nCommercial service is headlined by Sky Express, providing essential domestic non-stops to Athens (ATH). Within the compact terminal, amenities are functional but basic, featuring a modest waiting hall and a snack buffet that typically operates only during flight windows. Always confirm your flight status via the airline\u2019s app.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Verify departure details as Kastoria National Airport Aristotle offers limited services.",
    "Bring cash in euros as card payments are limited in this mountainous region.",
    "Pre-arrange car rentals as on-demand availability is extremely limited.",
    "Check winter weather conditions as delays are common due to mountainous terrain.",
    "Visit the snack buffet during flight windows as it only operates during those times."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "KSO",
  "icao": "LGKA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 40.446301,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities may be basic; plan ahead for food and transport.",
  "longitude": 21.2822,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline or airport authorities for missed connection assistance.",
  "name": "Kastoria National Airport Aristotle",
  "region": "Europe",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ATH",
      "name": "Athens International"
    },
    {
      "code": "KZI",
      "name": "Kozani National Airport Filippos"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "Kastoria National Airport \"Aristotelis\" (KSO) is a significant regional aviation facility located in Argos Orestiko, approximately 12 kilometers from the city of Kastoria in Western Macedonia, Greece. The airport is currently undergoing a comprehensive modernization phase, which includes the construction of a new, state-of-the-art air traffic control tower. Funded by the regional budget and initiated in 2025, these infrastructure upgrades aim to elevate the facility to modern international standards and support its role as a key gateway to Northern Greece.\n\nThe existing passenger terminal, which spans roughly 1,000 square meters, provides a functional and efficient environment for travelers navigating domestic routes. Inside, the facility offers essential check-in and security screening services, a modest waiting hall, and basic amenities. As the airport is included in a national government program for regional airport safety, it is also benefiting from a modernized firefighting fleet and additional specialized staff to enhance operational stability, particularly during the challenging winter months common to this mountainous region.\n\nGround operations at Aristotelis Airport are centered around a 2,698-meter asphalt runway (12/30), capable of servicing medium-to-large aircraft, including the turboprops used by regional carriers like Sky Express for connections to Athens and Kozani. The airport's proximity to Argos Orestiko\u2014just 0.5 kilometers away\u2014ensures easy access for local travelers, with dedicated taxi services and public bus links available to transport passengers to the wider Kastoria area. These developments are part of a broader Greek initiative to modernize 22 regional airports through private-public partnerships, ensuring long-term sustainability and improved passenger comfort.",
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