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    "addressCountry": "Niger",
    "addressLocality": "Niamey"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Air Alg\u00e9rie",
    "Air Burkina",
    "Air France",
    "Ethiopian Airlines",
    "Royal Air Maroc",
    "Turkish Airlines",
    "Tunisair",
    "ASKY Airlines",
    "Niger 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": "120 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Niamey",
  "code": "NIM",
  "connection_tips": "Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM) operates as Niger's primary international gateway with heightened security protocols due to shared military facilities housing the Armed Forces of Niger's Air Force base, requiring all vehicles to undergo inspection before entering the walled airport complex. Security screening remains extensive and thorough due to regional security concerns, requiring passengers to arrive at least 2-3 hours before international departures and allowing additional time during peak evening flight periods when multiple carriers including Air France, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, and ASKY Airlines operate simultaneously. The airport served 363,093 passengers in 2019 despite security challenges, with enhanced protocols implemented following security incidents affecting operations.\n\nInternational passengers must present valid yellow fever vaccination certificates, which are strictly enforced for entry into Niger, along with visas that should be obtained prior to arrival to avoid entry denial at immigration control. Health documentation verification occurs at multiple checkpoints, with yellow fever certificates checked during both immigration and health screening processes. Travelers should carry local currency (West African CFA franc - XOF) for ground transportation and remain patient with security procedures designed to protect this strategically important aviation hub serving the Sahel region.\n\nGround transportation to central Niamey operates via authorized taxi services from designated areas 9 kilometers from the city center, with journey times typically 20-30 minutes depending on traffic along Route Nationale 1. Turkish Airlines provides the only direct Middle Eastern connection via Istanbul year-round, while Air France offers reliable European connectivity through Paris.",
  "country": "Niger",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Health checks for yellow fever are strictly enforced.",
    "Verify your flight status with your airline before heading to the airport.",
    "Utilize the business lounge for a more comfortable wait available.",
    "Carry local currency (XOF) for small purchases at the terminal.",
    "Allow extra time for security during peak evening flight periods."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "NIM",
  "icao": "DRRN",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 13.4815,
  "layover_planner_info": "Modern international terminal with standard amenities. Suitable for shorter layovers; the city center is a short drive away for longer stays.",
  "longitude": 2.1836,
  "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 located in the main hall for assistance with missed or delayed flights.",
  "name": "Diori Hamani International Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AJY",
      "name": "Mano Dayak International"
    },
    {
      "code": "THZ",
      "name": "Tahoua Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Diori Hamani International Airport (NIM) is the primary air gateway to Niamey, the capital of Niger. The terminal has undergone modernization to handle an increasing volume of international and domestic traffic. It serves as a major hub for the Sahel region, connecting Niger with major cities across Africa and Europe.\n\nInside the terminal, passengers have access to standard international amenities, including several duty-free shops, a selection of restaurants offering local and international cuisine, and comfortable waiting lounges. The airport is equipped with modern security and immigration facilities to ensure efficient processing for all travelers. It also features a VIP lounge for government officials and business travelers.\n\nGround transportation to Niamey city center is readily available via local taxis and pre-arranged shuttle services. The airport's location near the Niger River provides travelers with unique views of the city's skyline and the surrounding semi-arid landscapes during arrival and departure. It remains a vital infrastructure point for the economic development and connectivity of Niger.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diori_Hamani_International_Airport"
}