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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Colombia",
    "addressLocality": "Puerto Legu\u00edzamo"
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  "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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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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  "city": "Puerto Legu\u00edzamo",
  "code": "LQM",
  "connection_tips": "Caucaya Airport (LQM), also known as C\u00e1ndido Legu\u00edzamo Airport, serves as an indispensable aviation lifeline for the remote town of Puerto Legu\u00edzamo in Colombia\u2019s Putumayo Department. The terminal is a compact, single-story building offering basic amenities, including a small kiosk for snacks and coffee, but it lacks modern retail options or ATMs. Arriving at the terminal 90 minutes before departure is standard for domestic processing. The airport also provides a unique starting point for those looking to explore the nearby Predio Putumayo indigenous reserve or to continue their journey by river into Peru.\n\nLocated just 1.5 kilometers northeast of the town center, near the confluence of the Putumayo and Caquet\u00e1 rivers, this facility is the primary gateway for travelers heading to the tri-border region of Colombia, Peru, and Ecuador. Therefore, it is essential to carry sufficient Colombian Pesos (COP) for your transport and initial needs in the town. For those visiting for humanitarian, scientific, or military purposes, the airport\u2019s strategic location makes it a critical node for logistics in the Amazon basin.\n\nGround transportation upon arrival is remarkably straightforward; you will find a fleet of local motorcycle taxis (moto-taxis) and standard taxis waiting outside the terminal exit to take you into town for a very modest fare, with the journey taking less than five minutes. A critical tip for travelers is to maintain a highly flexible schedule, as flights operated by SATENA\u2014the primary carrier connecting LQM to Bogot\u00e1 (BOG) and Puerto As\u00eds (PUU)\u2014are frequently subject to delays or cancellations due to the intense tropical weather and visibility issues over the Amazon rainforest. Always verify your flight status directly with SATENA, as digital updates can be intermittent in this remote region.",
  "country": "Colombia",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=COP",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Gateway to Puerto Legu\u00edzamo region at this airport.",
    "Ground transport: Pre-arrange ground transportation at this airport.",
    "Check flight status before heading to airport at this airport.",
    "Keep documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Weather delays possible; check forecasts at this airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak periods at this airport.",
    "Download airline app for updates at this airport.",
    "Charge devices before your flight at this airport.",
    "Bring snacks for potential delays at this airport."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=COP",
  "iataCode": "LQM",
  "icao": "SKLG",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -0.182278,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; prepare necessities in advance.",
  "longitude": -74.7708,
  "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 airline desks for rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "Caucaya Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LHR",
      "name": "London Heathrow Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "ECO",
      "name": "El Encanto Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SQF",
      "name": "Solano Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "C\u00e1ndido Legu\u00edzamo Airport (LQM), also known as Caucay\u00e1 Airport, is a significant regional aviation facility serving the town of Puerto Legu\u00edzamo in the Putumayo Department of southern Colombia. Situated near the Putumayo River along the border with Peru, the airport acts as a primary lifeline for the regional population, providing essential connectivity where river travel can take several days. The facility operates from a single, compact passenger terminal building designed to handle domestic arrivals and departures within a streamlined and easily navigable layout.\n\nThe terminal building provides essential infrastructure for travelers, housing centralized check-in counters and a comfortable waiting lounge concentrated within a single-story structure. Amenities at the terminal are basic but sufficient for regional transit, featuring a small caf\u00e9 or kiosk offering local snacks, coffee, and light refreshments. While the facility is modest in scale, it is managed to a professional standard, ensuring that security screening and passenger processing are handled efficiently. Travelers should note that the terminal lacks extensive retail or duty-free options, reflecting its role as a vital regional outpost in the Amazon basin.\n\nFlight operations at LQM are primarily conducted by the government-owned airline SATENA, which provides frequent connections to major regional hubs including Bogot\u00e1 (BOG), Florencia (FLA), and Puerto As\u00eds (PUU). Ground transportation to and from the terminal is well-facilitated, with the airport located approximately 1.5 kilometers northeast of the town center. Local taxis and motorcycle taxis are readily available outside the arrivals hall, providing a quick five-minute connection to downtown Puerto Legu\u00edzamo. Travelers are encouraged to arrive at least 90 minutes before departure and to confirm their flight status in advance, as regional schedules can be subject to local weather conditions and visibility over the rainforest.",
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}