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    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Pelotas"
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  "airlines": [
    "Various carriers"
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  "amenityFeature": [
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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": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Pelotas",
  "code": "PET",
  "connection_tips": "Pelotas International Airport (PET) serves the southern region of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Ground transport is efficient; official taxis meet every scheduled arrival from S\u00e3o Paulo and Porto Alegre and take about 10-15 minutes to reach the city center for a fare of roughly 30-50 BRL. Ride-hailing apps like Uber and InDrive are also highly active and provide a cost-effective city link.\n\nA unique tip: for those traveling with pets, a specialized service called 'T\u00e1xiPet Pelotas' is available for local transfers. There is no direct public bus service serving the terminal gates The pet-transfer service is useful because it avoids squeezing a borrowed animal into a standard taxi, which makes the airport especially comfortable for people traveling with dogs or cats.\n\nThe terminal is small, clean, and handles processing very quickly. Arrive 90 minutes early for domestic departures. Facilities include basic cafes and souvenir shops selling local specialty sweets That small but practical detail is part of why Pelotas works well for southern Brazil leisure trips, especially when the itinerary mixes family visits and coastal driving. A city taxi should already be waiting, because the pet-transfer option only matters when the ride is simple for dogs or cats there.",
  "country": "Brazil",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use Uber for the most convenient and transparent city transfer.",
    "The airport is only 10 minutes from the historic Pelotas city center.",
    "Try the world-famous local sweets (doces) at the terminal gift shop.",
    "Check-in is fast; 60-90 minutes early is more than sufficient.",
    "Free terminal Wi-Fi is reliable and fast for all passengers."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Jo%C3%A3o+Sim%C3%B5es+Lopes+Neto+International+Airport+Pelotas",
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  "iataCode": "PET",
  "icao": "SBPK",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -31.718399,
  "layover_planner_info": "Local amenities may be limited; plan accordingly.",
  "longitude": -52.327702,
  "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 help desk for assistance.",
  "name": "Jo\u00e3o Sim\u00f5es Lopes Neto International Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "POA",
      "name": "Salgado Filho International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BGX",
      "name": "Comandante Gustavo Kraemer Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "CTQ",
      "name": "Santa Vit\u00f3ria do Palmar Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "RIG",
      "name": "Rio Grande Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SQY",
      "name": "S\u00e3o Louren\u00e7o do Sul Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Jo\u00e3o Sim\u00f5es Lopes Neto International Airport (PET) is a primary regional aviation hub serving the city of Pelotas in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Following a major modernization project completed in November 2024 by CCR Aeroportos, the passenger terminal was significantly expanded from 930 to 2,100 square meters. It serves as a vital gateway for the state's southern region, connecting Pelotas to major national hubs like S\u00e3o Paulo and Porto Alegre while maintaining its unique status as a strategic stop for Brazilian Air Force flights to Antarctica.\n\nThe modernized terminal infrastructure provides a variety of upgraded amenities, including expanded check-in areas, a new air-conditioned departures lounge, and a high-efficiency baggage claim system with modernized carousels. Travelers have access to multiple caf\u00e9s and retail outlets offering local delicacies, alongside free high-speed Wi-Fi and multiple ATM services within the main building. The facility is fully accessible, featuring tactile paving, specialized restrooms, and staff assistance for passengers with reduced mobility.\n\nGround transportation to central Pelotas, located approximately 5 miles (8 km) to the south, is well-supported by official taxi ranks and ride-sharing services that meet all arriving flights. Several major Brazilian car rental agencies maintain desks directly within the arrivals hall, and the airport offers secure on-site parking situated conveniently in front of the terminal building. The facility typically operates between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM, providing a professional and streamlined environment for both domestic travelers and the region's business community.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo%C3%A3o_Sim%C3%B5es_Lopes_Neto_International_Airport"
}