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    "addressCountry": "Australia",
    "addressLocality": "Lakefield"
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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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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Lakefield",
  "code": "LFP",
  "connection_tips": "Lakefield Airport (LFP) is an exceptionally remote regional airstrip located in the Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park in the Cape York Peninsula of northern Queensland, Australia. Upon arrival at the Lakefield airstrip, there are no formal terminal facilities, commercial services, or ATMs. Ground transport is limited to specialized park 4x4 vehicles for transit between the airfield and the ranger station. It is mandatory to carry a satellite phone, EPIRB, and extra survival supplies for any travel in this part of the interior. LFP provides a remarkably direct entry point for those supporting the outback interior, far removed from any established tourist infrastructure.\n\nServing the national park headquarters and providing essential access for rangers and specialized charters, the airport primarily handles private flights and medical evacuations. Travelers must be entirely self-sufficient, bringing their own food, water, and essential medical supplies. Visitors should be comfortable with very basic conditions and a high level of logistical self-reliance. If your travel involves connecting from Lakefield back to a commercial flight in Cairns, always allow for a full day's buffer to account for localized weather groundings or park operational priorities.\n\nThere is no regularly scheduled commercial airline service to LFP; access is strictly limited to authorized personnel and mission flights originating from regional hubs such as Cooktown (CTN) or Cairns (CNS). It is mandatory to have pre-arranged landing permissions and local ground transport with the park management, as there are no on-demand taxi or rental services in this part of the outback. The Cape York Peninsula is an unforgiving environment with extreme heat during the summer months and no reliable mobile phone coverage at the airfield. The airstrip is unsealed, meaning it can become soft and unusable after even moderate rainfall during the tropical wet season (November to April).",
  "country": "Australia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check ahead for limited amenities and operating hours.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "LFP",
  "icao": "YLFD",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "August 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -14.9333000183,
  "layover_planner_info": "Lakefield Airport (LFP) in Lakefield, Australia is a regional airport for Oceania, with Regional carriers serving the route pattern. Lakefield Airport (LFP), also known as Rinyirru Airport, is a remote regional airstrip located within the Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park in Far North Queensland, Australia. Plan around 45 minutes domestic, 90 minutes domestic-to-international, 120 minutes international-to-international, and 60 minutes interline. Nearby alternatives for schedule recovery include CNS Cairns Airport, BZP Bizant Airport, and KKP Koolburra Airport.",
  "longitude": 144.1999969482,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 60,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "If you miss a connection at Lakefield Airport (LFP) in Lakefield, Australia, contact Regional carriers or the handling desk immediately. This airport functions as a regional feeder, so the best recovery option is usually the next departure from Lakefield or a nearby airport. Lakefield Airport (LFP) is an exceptionally remote regional airstrip located in the Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park in the Cape York Peninsula of northern Queensland, Australia. Backup routing may also use CNS Cairns Airport, BZP Bizant Airport, and KKP Koolburra Airport.",
  "name": "Lakefield Airport",
  "noindex": true,
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "CNS",
      "name": "Cairns Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BZP",
      "name": "Bizant Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "KKP",
      "name": "Koolburra Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "KPP",
      "name": "Kalpowar Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LUT",
      "name": "New Laura Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Lakefield Airport (LFP), also known as Rinyirru Airport, is a remote regional airstrip located within the Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park in Far North Queensland, Australia. Given its position in the heart of one of Queensland's largest national parks, the airport does not possess a traditional commercial passenger terminal building. Instead, the facility consists of a basic landing area and a small arrivals and departures zone designed to accommodate light aircraft and specialized eco-tourism charters.\n\nThe infrastructure at Lakefield is minimalist and geared toward functional requirements for park management and emergency services. There are no retail shops, dining establishments, or passenger lounges available on-site, and travelers are strongly advised to be fully self-sufficient regarding water, food, and essential supplies. The airport features a dirt and gravel runway approximately 1,043 meters in length, which is primarily used by private pilots and tour operators providing access to the park's famous wetlands and birdwatching sites.\n\nGround transportation to and from the airstrip is not available via standard public transit or taxi services; instead, all transfers must be pre-arranged with 4WD vehicle operators or charter companies. Travelers should note that the airport's operational status is highly seasonal, as the Cape York Peninsula's wet season from December to May frequently leads to flooding and restricted access. It is essential to check current alerts from the Queensland Department of Environment and Science before planning a visit to this rugged and remote aviation outpost.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/YLFD/Lakefield-Airport"
}