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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Gabon",
    "addressLocality": "Okondja"
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  "airlines": [
    "General aviation",
    "Charter operators"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
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  "city": "Okondja",
  "code": "OKN",
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  "connection_tips": "Okondja Airport is located in a relatively remote area, and ground transportation should be arranged well in advance as there are no on-demand taxi ranks at the terminal. For those wishing to explore the region by land, a high-clearance 4WD vehicle is essential due to the variable quality of the road network, which can become particularly challenging during the rainy seasons from October to May. Visitors should ensure they have a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry into Gabon, and take necessary malaria precautions for the region. The airport's strategic location makes it an important entry point for specific business and governmental activities in southeastern Gabon.\n\nMost travelers reaching Okondja do so via private charters or by flying into the larger regional hub of Franceville (MVB) followed by a 3-to-4 hour road journey. There are no car rental agencies based directly at the airport; vehicles should be arranged in Libreville or Franceville. Mobile phone signal can be inconsistent in this mountainous terrain, so obtaining a local SIM card in a major city before travel is a practical step.\n\nIt is highly recommended to coordinate your pickup with a local host or organization before arrival to ensure reliable transport to Okondja town or nearby Akieni. Travelers should also be aware that the local economy is heavily cash-based using the Central African CFA franc (XAF), and it is critical to withdraw sufficient funds before heading to the Okondja area. If you are connecting to an international flight from Libreville, allow ample time for the long overland journey or domestic flight connection to ensure a seamless transition.",
  "country": "Gabon",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Remote Haut-Ogoou\u00e9 Province location - arrange ground transport before arrival.",
    "No ATMs or financial services - carry sufficient CFA francs (XAF) cash.",
    "4WD vehicle essential for regional road travel, especially rainy season.",
    "Daylight VFR operations only - irregular schedules require confirmation.",
    "Asphalt runway but mountainous terrain requires careful flight planning.",
    "Yellow Fever vaccination certificate mandatory for Gabon entry.",
    "Mobile phone signal inconsistent - obtain local SIM in major cities.",
    "Alternative: fly to Franceville (MVB) then 3-4 hour road journey."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "OKN",
  "icao": "FOGQ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -0.665214,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic remote terminal with minimal amenities. No shops, restaurants, or services available. Okondja town nearby but limited attractions. Primarily serves forestry and mining operations. Not suitable for extended layovers.",
  "longitude": 13.6731005,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 45,
  "mct_interline": 60,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "No scheduled airline services. Contact charter operators or aviation providers on-site. Alternative transport to Franceville (MVB) for additional flight options. Local coordination essential in remote location.",
  "name": "Okondja Airport",
  "region": "AF",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "MKB",
      "name": "Mekambo Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Okondja Airport (OKN), also known as A\u00e9roport d'Okondja, is a regional aviation facility serving the town of Okondja in the Haut-Ogoou\u00e9 Province of southeastern Gabon. Located at 1,325 feet elevation, the airport features a single asphalt runway and basic terminal infrastructure designed primarily for domestic and charter operations. As a remote facility serving forestry, mining, and administrative sectors, it lacks the extensive amenities found at Gabon's larger international hubs.\n\nFacilities at OKN are minimal, focusing on essential passenger processing and administrative support for flight operations. There are no retail shops, restaurants, or financial services such as ATMs within the terminal building, requiring travelers to arrive fully prepared with supplies and Central African CFA francs (XAF). The airport operates during daylight hours under visual flight rules only, with quick passenger transitions due to the facility's small scale and limited daily operations.\n\nOperational capacity centers on the airport's role as a remote transport hub, supporting private charters and occasional domestic links to other Gabonese cities like Franceville and Libreville. The terminal environment is quiet and functional, with ground handling services managed by specialized aviation providers for visiting aircraft. Professional staff maintain operations though multilingual signage is limited. The facility represents vital infrastructure for the remote Haut-Ogoou\u00e9 region, ensuring essential connectivity for social and economic activities in southeastern Gabon's mountainous terrain.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okondja_Airport"
}