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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Laos",
    "addressLocality": "Muang Xay"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Lao Airlines",
    "Lao Skyway",
    "Private / Charter"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Muang Xay",
  "code": "ODY",
  "connection_tips": "Confirm your domestic flight schedule in advance, as services can be subject to weather-related changes in the northern mountains. Oudomsay Airport is best treated as a practical northern Laos gateway, where the important connection is usually the short ride into Muang Xay rather than any complex terminal transfer. Ground transportation to central Muang Xay is best arranged via local tuk-tuk or taxi upon arrival, and those are the options that most travelers actually use because the airport's role is to feed the town, the provincial offices, and the surrounding hills. If you are continuing toward a guesthouse, market, or government office, have the address ready and be prepared for local drivers to know the town by landmarks rather than street numbers. The airport is small, so the walk from aircraft to vehicle is easy, but the value is in avoiding unnecessary waiting and getting into town quickly before the weather changes. If your itinerary includes a same-day return, keep a close eye on the schedule because the mountain setting can influence timing more than the terminal does. In practice, ODY works best when you accept that the airport is simply the clean entry point to Oudomxay Province and not a place where you should expect extensive onward flight choices or long layovers.",
  "country": "Laos",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Enjoy the unique and remote atmosphere of this northern Laotian regional hub.",
    "Verify your flight status with your airline before heading to the airport.",
    "Be fully self-sufficient as amenities are limited on-site.",
    "Coordinate your ground transport or hotel pickup in advance.",
    "Explore the nearby Phouxay mountain and the local markets in Muang Xay."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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  "iataCode": "ODY",
  "icao": "VLOS",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 20.6827,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic regional terminal with limited amenities. Suitable for immediate transitions; Muang Xay town center is a short drive away for longer stays.",
  "longitude": 101.994,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's service desk at the terminal or their main office in Vientiane for assistance with missed or delayed flights.",
  "name": "Oudomsay Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "VTE",
      "name": "Wattay International Airport (Vientiane)"
    },
    {
      "code": "LXG",
      "name": "Luang Namtha Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "PCQ",
      "name": "Boun Neau Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Oudomsay Airport (ODY) is a regional facility serving the town of Muang Xay and the Oudomxay Province in northern Laos. The terminal is a functional building that primarily handles domestic flights, connecting the region with the capital, Vientiane. it is a critical air link for the local community, supporting regional administration, tourism, and the transport of essential goods across the mountainous northern region.\n\nInside the terminal, facilities are basic, featuring standard Laotian regional airport amenities such as check-in counters and a small waiting area. While there are no substantial dedicated airport retail or dining options on-site, travelers can find a selection of local snacks and refreshments in the nearby town of Muang Xay. The airport plays a vital role in the regional economy, supporting the local agricultural and commercial sectors and providing access for essential services, including medical evacuations and regional administration for the Oudomxay province.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to Muang Xay town center is available via local taxis, tuk-tuks, and pre-arranged private vehicles. The airport's location in the Nam Phak River valley offers travelers unique views of the surrounding mountains and the traditional Lao settlements during arrival and departure. It remains an essential infrastructure point for the connectivity and development of northern Laos, ensuring that this important commercial and administrative hub remains accessible by air year-round under various tropical weather conditions.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/VLOS/Oudomsay-Airport"
}