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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Australia",
    "addressLocality": "Merimbula"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Qantas"
  ],
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@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"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Merimbula",
  "code": "MIM",
  "connection_tips": "Merimbula Airport (MIM) is an easy regional airport to use, but the right connection advice depends on whether you are staying in town or trying to cover the wider Sapphire Coast. The terminal is close to Merimbula and Pambula, so a local pickup, taxi, or bus connection can work well for short stays. Once the trip spreads out into Tathra, Eden, Bermagui, or national-park country, the airport becomes more of a road-trip starting point than a complete transport solution.\n\nThat is why a rental car is often the smartest option. The airport is compact and the flight itself may only be one short regional hop from Sydney or Melbourne, yet the surrounding coast is dispersed enough that relying on ad hoc transport can waste time quickly. If your trip depends on meeting a tour, cruise, wedding, or fixed accommodation check-in farther along the coast, build that road margin in before you travel rather than assuming the small airport arrival will be the whole problem solved.\n\nUse MIM as a direct gateway to the Sapphire Coast, not as a place with lots of fallback if a regional flight slips. Processing is usually simple and quick; the vulnerability is schedule depth and coastal weather, not the terminal. If you are connecting onward to a larger city flight the same day, protect that hub segment. If you are arriving for a holiday, have the ground plan sorted so the airport's convenience turns into a smooth coastal arrival instead of a scramble for transport.",
  "country": "Australia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use the hourly 890 bus for a cheap link to Merimbula or Pambula.",
    "Rent a car to explore the scenic Sapphire Coast independently.",
    "The airport is very close to town; a taxi takes only 5 minutes.",
    "Check-in is fast; 60 minutes is more than enough time.",
    "Try the local oysters in Merimbula before you fly out.",
    "MIM is mainly a quick Sapphire Coast gateway, so town access matters more than terminal features.",
    "Use the waiting area or bus stop for pickups rather than sitting at the curb."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Merimbula+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "iataCode": "MIM",
  "icao": "YMER",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -36.9085998535,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": 149.901000977,
  "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": "Merimbula Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "SYD",
      "name": "Sydney Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MEL",
      "name": "Melbourne Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "OOM",
      "name": "Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "XMC",
      "name": "Mallacoota Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Merimbula Airport (MIM/YMER) serves as the vital regional aviation gateway connecting the renowned Sapphire Coast of southern New South Wales to major Australian hubs including Sydney and Melbourne, owned and operated by Bega Valley Shire Council just 2 kilometers (1 nautical mile) from Merimbula city center. The facility underwent the most significant modernization in its history during the early 2020s, culminating in a comprehensive $4.4 million terminal upgrade completed in 2019 that transformed passenger processing capabilities and overall travel experience.\n\nThe modern terminal building features a compact, single-level design that ensures efficient passenger flow from check-in to baggage claim, with upgraded arrivals areas, enhanced security screening facilities, and expanded baggage handling systems that reflect contemporary aviation standards. Despite its regional scale, the terminal provides comprehensive passenger amenities including a welcoming caf\u00e9 overlooking the airfield and surrounding natural landscapes, where travelers can enjoy snacks, sandwiches, pastries, coffee, and soft drinks while experiencing the relaxed atmosphere that distinguishes it from larger international hubs.\n\nInfrastructure improvements include a strengthened and lengthened runway equipped with modern lighting systems, along with expanded car parking facilities that complement the streamlined terminal operations. The airport's scenic coastal approach offers passengers spectacular views of the Bega Valley and Sapphire Coast region, while the compact terminal design allows for remarkably quick processing times with minimal stress and noise compared to major metropolitan airports.\n\nStrategic positioning just minutes from Merimbula's beaches, hotels, and attractions makes the airport exceptionally convenient for tourism and business travelers, while its role as a regional hub extends throughout the broader Sapphire Coast region including nearby Pambula and access to pristine coastal national parks. The facility's design philosophy emphasizes passenger comfort and operational efficiency, creating a welcoming transition point for visitors to one of Australia's most beautiful coastal destinations.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/YMER/Merimbula-Airport"
}