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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Montrose"
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  "airlines": [
    "American 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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      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Montrose",
  "code": "MTJ",
  "connection_tips": "Montrose is a real commercial gateway, but the airport only solves the flying part of a western Colorado trip. If that is your plan, book the shuttle or rental car before travel day, especially in winter and holiday periods, rather than assuming there will be spare seats or vehicles after you land. If you are connecting same day into lodging check-in, ski school, or a private driver, keep them updated and avoid very tight assumptions.\n\nMontrose's own ground-transport pages show that the terminal opens two hours before the first departure and that the airport hosts dedicated shuttle and rental-car options, including Telluride Express and on-airport car hire. The airport itself is efficient, but the real transfer challenge is the mountain road segment after baggage claim. For outbound travel, arriving early is sensible because rental-car returns, ski-bag handling, and peak-season security lines can all slow the process.\n\nThat matters because many passengers are not actually staying in Montrose at all: they are continuing to Telluride, Mountain Village, Ridgway, Ouray, or ski lodging deeper in the San Juans. Build extra margin when weather is involved. MTJ is typically more reliable than high-altitude Telluride Regional, but snow, road conditions, and resort-weekend demand can still stretch the transfer to Telluride well beyond the ideal driving time. MTJ works best when you treat it as the air gateway to the San Juan resort region and separately lock down the ground leg into the mountains.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use MTJ for a more reliable arrival to Telluride than TEX.",
    "Pre-book your shuttle to Telluride weeks in advance during winter.",
    "Allow 2 hours for the drive to Telluride in heavy snow conditions.",
    "The airport is a gateway for both Black Canyon and Telluride.",
    "Check for 'Breeze Airways' flights for budget links to the East Coast."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "MTJ",
  "icao": "KMTJ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 38.5098,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": -107.893997,
  "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": "Montrose Regional Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "TEX",
      "name": "Telluride Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "DEN",
      "name": "Denver International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "WPO",
      "name": "North Fork Valley Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) is a premier aviation gateway situated in the heart of western Colorado, serving as the primary arrival point for world-class ski destinations such as Telluride and Crested Butte. In late 2023, the facility celebrated the completion of a transformative $40 million terminal expansion and modernization project that more than doubled the building's footprint to 75,000 square feet. This state-of-the-art redevelopment was designed to accommodate the region's rapidly growing tourism sector and provide a high-quality traveler experience that rivals major international hubs.\n\nThe modernized terminal features a sleek, two-story concourse equipped with two permanent passenger loading bridges, allowing for seamless all-weather boarding and deplaning. Inside, travelers have access to a variety of premium amenities, including expanded baggage claim areas, a diverse range of local dining and retail concessions, and comfortable passenger lounges. Notably, the expansion included the installation of the first escalator in Montrose County, symbolizing the facility's leap into modern infrastructure. Technical operations are robust, with a 10,000-foot primary runway capable of handling major commercial aircraft from carriers such as American, Delta, United, and Southwest during the peak winter and summer seasons.\n\nBeyond its commercial capacity, MTJ is a vital hub for general aviation and regional logistics, featuring a well-equipped Fixed Base Operator (FBO) area that provides comprehensive services for private pilots and executive jets. Ground transportation is exceptionally well-organized, with a variety of shuttle services, taxi ranks, and on-site car rental agencies providing direct links to the surrounding mountain resorts and the Montrose city center. The airport also plays a critical role in regional emergency services, including medical evacuations and search and rescue coordination. Travelers are advised to arrive at the terminal at least 90 minutes before departures to enjoy the new facilities and ensure a smooth transition through the expanded security checkpoints.",
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}