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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Malaysia",
    "addressLocality": "Malacca"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Scoot"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Malacca",
  "code": "MKZ",
  "connection_tips": "Malacca International Airport (MKZ) is easy enough to navigate, but the airport only works smoothly if you treat it as a point of access to Melaka rather than as a large network hub. The terminal is compact, walking distances are short, and ground transfers into the heritage city are not especially long. The practical issue is that flight frequency is limited, so if something slips you do not have the recovery depth you would expect at Kuala Lumpur or Singapore.\n\nFor city arrivals, Grab and the airport taxi counter are the sensible transfer options. The road into central Melaka is straightforward, and most visitors are heading directly to the historic core, riverfront hotels, or conference venues rather than making another air connection. If your actual itinerary continues onward by long-distance coach or private car to Kuala Lumpur, Johor, or another destination, build that road segment separately. MKZ should not be treated like a place where you can casually stitch together a fragile same-day chain.\n\nUse MKZ as a convenient heritage-city gateway with a light schedule. If the trip depends on a precise meeting time, hotel shuttle, or onward overland leg, confirm that transport before you fly. The airport itself is quick and simple. The risk sits in limited flight alternatives and in assuming Malacca's small airport can provide the same flexibility as a major Malaysian hub. It is a good local arrival point, but the itinerary still needs to be grounded in realistic transport planning.",
  "country": "Malaysia",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=MYR",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Fixed-rate taxi fares to city zones are displayed at the taxi counter.",
    "Ground transport: Grab offers competitive rates compared to airport taxis.",
    "No regular public bus service; arrange private transport in advance.",
    "Limited dining options; eat in the city before heading to airport.",
    "Currency exchange available but rates are better in the city.",
    "Free WiFi throughout the terminal building available."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=2.26333,102.25139",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=MYR",
  "iataCode": "MKZ",
  "icao": "WMKM",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 2.26333,
  "layover_planner_info": "Compact terminal with basic amenities including duty-free shop and local food outlets. Limited operating hours aligned with flight schedules. Historic Malacca city center is 20-30 minutes away by taxi.",
  "longitude": 102.25139,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 75,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact Scoot service desk for rebooking assistance. Airport information counter provides general support. Limited airline presence means options may be restricted outside of operating hours.",
  "name": "Malacca International Airport",
  "region": "AS",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "GTK",
      "name": "Sungai Tekai Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Malacca International Airport (MKZ) features a modern 7,000 square meter terminal complex built to international standards with capacity for 1.5 million passengers annually. Located in Batu Berendam, approximately 10 kilometers from Malacca city center, the airport serves as a gateway to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The single-terminal facility is equipped with modern amenities including automated check-in kiosks, comfortable waiting areas, and immigration facilities for international flights.\n\nThe terminal design emphasizes efficiency with a straightforward layout suitable for the airport's limited flight operations. Currently, the airport primarily serves international flights, with Scoot operating near-daily services to Singapore. Despite its international designation and modern infrastructure, the airport operates with a focused schedule, making navigation and processing times generally quick and efficient.\n\nFacilities include duty-free shopping, local dining options showcasing Malaccan cuisine, and car rental services. The terminal's compact size means shorter walking distances between check-in, security, and gates, providing a stress-free experience for travelers visiting this historic Malaysian state.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malacca_International_Airport"
}