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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Panama",
    "addressLocality": "Wannukandi"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Air Panama",
    "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"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Wannukandi",
  "code": "NBL",
  "connection_tips": "Wannukandi Airport (NBL) serves as a remote gateway to the San Blas Islands (Guna Yala), though most travelers now reach this archipelago via the more popular land-sea route from Panama City rather than flying. Upon landing at this basic grass airstrip, travelers must pay the Guna Yala entrance fee of $20 USD for foreigners ($5 for Panamanian residents) plus an additional $2-3 USD for each island you plan to visit. Island hopping requires private boat arrangements as there is no public transportation between islands in the San Blas archipelago.\n\nAir Panama previously operated regular scheduled services but currently only charter flights are available to this and other Guna Yala airstrips including El Porvenir, Playon Chico, and Coraz\u00f3n de Jes\u00fas. All transactions are cash-only in US dollars, as there are no ATMs or banking facilities anywhere in the archipelago. Most lodges include boat transfers in their packages, but independent travelers must negotiate with local boat operators (lanchas) who gather near the airstrip when flights arrive.\n\nCharter flights from Panama City's Albrook Airport take approximately 30-45 minutes, offering spectacular aerial views of the 365 islands and coral reefs, though costs typically exceed $200 USD per person each way. The airstrip has no terminal facilities beyond a simple shelter, so arriving passengers should immediately arrange boat transfers to their accommodation, typically costing $15-25 USD depending on distance. Weather considerations are crucial, with the dry season (January-May) bringing stronger winds that can affect both flights and boat transfers, while the rainy season (June-December) sees calmer seas but potential afternoon thunderstorms that may delay or cancel flights.",
  "country": "Panama",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PAB",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Be prepared for a very simple and tropical terminal experience.",
    "Verify your flight status as schedules can be affected by maritime weather conditions.",
    "Ensure your boat transfer is ready upon your arrival.",
    "Carry your own refreshments as there are no facilities on-site.",
    "Enjoy the spectacular aerial views of the San Blas islands and coral reefs."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Wannukandi+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PAB",
  "iataCode": "NBL",
  "icao": "MPWN",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 9.273476,
  "layover_planner_info": "No facilities available; the terminal is for immediate arrival and departure only.",
  "longitude": -78.139848,
  "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 or their main office in Panama City for assistance with missed or delayed flights.",
  "name": "Wannukandi Airport",
  "region": "Central America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "PAC",
      "name": "Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "PYC",
      "name": "Play\u00f3n Chico Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Wannukandi Airport (NBL), also known as San Blas Airport, is a remote regional facility serving the Wannukandi community in the Guna Yala Comarca of Panama. The terminal is a simple, tropical structure that primarily handles domestic flights operated by Air Panama and various charter services, providing a critical air link for this isolated archipelago. it is an essential gateway for the local Guna population and for adventurous travelers exploring the pristine San Blas Islands.\n\nInside the terminal, facilities are basic, featuring a small waiting area and administrative support for flight operations. There are no commercial shops or dining options at the airport, so travelers should ensure they have necessary items and water before arriving. The airport plays a vital role in the regional economy, supporting the local tourism industry and providing access for essential services, including medical evacuations and regional administration for the Guna Yala region.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to the various islands and community centers is almost exclusively by boat, which is the primary mode of travel in this island-dotted region. The airport's location near the Caribbean coast offers travelers unique views of the turquoise waters and coral reefs of the San Blas archipelago during arrival and departure. It remains a critical infrastructure point for the connectivity and resilience of the Guna Yala communities, ensuring that this remote and naturally significant part of Panama remains accessible for both industrial and social needs.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/MPWN/Wannukandi-Airport"
}