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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Mexico",
    "addressLocality": "Poza Rica"
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  "airlines": [
    "Various regional carriers"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Poza Rica",
  "code": "PAZ",
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  "connection_tips": "El Taj\u00edn National Airport (PAZ) serves the city of Poza Rica in Veracruz, Mexico. Ground transport is primarily via official airport taxis; the trip to the city center (approx. 12km) takes about 20 minutes and costs roughly 200-300 MXN The airport also sits close to the archaeology and oil corridors that define Poza Rica, so it is common to pair a flight with a ground transfer toward El Taj\u00edn rather than using the strip as the end of the trip.\n\nIt is essential to negotiate the fare upfront. There is NO direct public bus service serving the terminal gates. Major car rental agencies have desks in the arrivals hall, which is the recommended way to explore the nearby El Taj\u00edn archaeological site. The terminal is functional and handles regular domestic flights to Mexico City via Aeromar or regional carriers.\n\nArrive 90 minutes before domestic departures. Facilities include basic cafes and souvenir shops. Ensure you have cash (MXN) for local transport If you are extending north toward Papantla or the coast, plan for a taxi rather than a bus, because the airport is built for straightforward private transfers and not for mass public transport. A negotiated taxi fare is the cleanest way to keep the trip to El Taj\u00edn simple.",
  "country": "Mexico",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use an official taxi for the most convenient and safe city transfer.",
    "Rent a car at the airport to visit the spectacular El Taj\u00edn ruins.",
    "The airport is a gateway for the regional oil and gas sector.",
    "Check-in is fast; 90 minutes early is more than sufficient.",
    "Try the local Veracruz-style pastries at the terminal snack bar."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "PAZ",
  "icao": "MMPA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 20.6026992798,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities are limited; plan ahead for meals or entertainment.",
  "longitude": -97.46080017090001,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact the operating carrier for rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "El Taj\u00edn National Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "MEX",
      "name": "Mexico City International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "El Taj\u00edn National Airport (PAZ), also known as Poza Rica Airport, is a domestic aviation facility located in Tihuatl\u00e1n, Veracruz, Mexico. The airport features a single-story passenger terminal building designed to serve the northern Veracruz region, including the cities of Poza Rica and Tuxpan. It is named after the nearby El Taj\u00edn pre-Columbian archaeological site and acts as a significant hub for executive and general aviation, particularly supporting the local petroleum industry.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure provides essential amenities for travelers, including a dedicated caf\u00e9 and restaurant offering local Veracruzano snacks and refreshments. Passengers have access to small retail stores for travel essentials, free Wi-Fi throughout the building, and functional waiting zones for arrivals and departures. The departures concourse features three gates, with boarding typically conducted by a short walk across the apron directly to the aircraft.\n\nGround transportation to central Poza Rica, located approximately 5 miles (8 km) to the south, is well-supported by authorized taxi stands situated directly outside the terminal exit. Several major car rental agencies maintain desks within the arrivals hall, and the airport offers secure short-term and long-term parking areas. While regular commercial service has fluctuated, the airport is frequently utilized by regional carriers and private charters, with operations typically conducted between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.worlddata.info/america/mexico/airports.php"
}