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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Colombia",
    "addressLocality": "Manizales"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Avianca",
    "Clic (formerly EasyFly)",
    "SATENA",
    "Private / Charter"
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      "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"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Manizales",
  "code": "MZL",
  "connection_tips": "La Nubia Airport (MZL) is one of those airports where the biggest connection issue is weather rather than the terminal itself. That backup is not theoretical here; it is part of sensible planning. If the trip is important, price the time and cost of a road connection to Pereira into the plan from the start.\n\nManizales is well served by road from the airport when flights are operating, but fog and operational limits can disrupt schedules quickly, so anyone whose trip matters should think through the Pereira fallback before travel day rather than after a cancellation. For arrivals, keep your hotel or driver contact ready and avoid landing assumptions that depend on a perfectly stable operating day. MZL can be a very efficient way into Manizales, but the best connection strategy is one that still works if the weather says otherwise\n\nIf your real destination is Manizales, a taxi or local road transfer from MZL is easy enough; if your broader itinerary depends on a same-day meeting, another domestic flight, or a coffee-region circuit, build in margin and know how you would pivot to Mateca\u00f1a in Pereira if La Nubia goes down. For departures, treat MZL as a convenience airport when conditions cooperate, not as the only possible gateway to Caldas.",
  "country": "Colombia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check for morning fog delays; PEI is your reliable backup hub.",
    "Take a local 'buseta' for a very cheap link to the city center.",
    "Connect through Bogot\u00e1 (BOG) for all major airline links.",
    "The airport is virtually in town; no need to leave more than 2 hrs early.",
    "Try the local Manizales coffee at the terminal snack bar."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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  "iataCode": "MZL",
  "icao": "SKMZ",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 5.0296,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; the terminal is suitable for immediate transitions and short waits only. The city center is a short taxi ride away for longer stays.",
  "longitude": -75.4647,
  "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 your airline's service desk at the terminal for assistance with missed or delayed flights.",
  "name": "La Nubia Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "PEI",
      "name": "Mateca\u00f1a International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BOG",
      "name": "El Dorado International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MQU",
      "name": "Mariquita Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "La Nubia Airport (MZL) is a vital regional facility serving the city of Manizales and the Caldas Department in the heart of Colombia's coffee-growing region. The terminal is a functional and well-maintained building that primarily handles domestic flights, connecting the 'City of Open Doors' with major hubs like Bogot\u00e1 and Medell\u00edn. it is a critical gateway for both business travelers and tourists visiting the UNESCO-listed Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia.\n\nInside the terminal, passengers can find standard Colombian airport amenities, including check-in counters, a comfortable waiting lounge, and a variety of retail and dining options offering local coffee and traditional snacks. The facility is designed to provide efficient processing for regional travelers, although its high-altitude location and short runway can sometimes lead to weather-related operational challenges. The airport is world-renowned for its challenging approach and spectacular views of the Central Cordillera of the Andes, including the nearby Nevado del Ruiz volcano.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to Manizales city center is readily available via local taxis and pre-arranged shuttle services. The airport is strategically located near the city's main commercial and educational areas, providing convenient access for students, researchers, and coffee industry professionals. It remains an essential infrastructure point for the economic development and connectivity of the Caldas region, supporting the local coffee industry, academic institutions, and growing tourism sector.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/SKMZ/La-Nubia-Airport"
}