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    "addressCountry": "Bolivia",
    "addressLocality": "Potos\u00ed"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
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      "value": "90 minutes"
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  "city": "Potos\u00ed",
  "code": "POI",
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  "connection_tips": "Capit\u00e1n Nicol\u00e1s Rojas Airport (POI) serves the high-altitude city of Potos\u00ed in western Bolivia. A significant tip: for those visiting the historic Cerro Rico mines, pre-booked private transfers are the most reliable option and should be coordinated through your tour operator. Check for seasonal fog delays common in the high Andes\n\nSituated at 3,935 meters (12,910 ft), altitude sickness is a genuine risk; keep physical exertion minimal after landing. The terminal is functional with basic passenger amenities A taxi into town can feel steeper at altitude, so it helps to keep the first stop simple and avoid overloading the day right after landing.\n\nGround transport is efficient; official taxis meet every scheduled arrival from Santa Cruz or Cochabamba and take about 15-20 minutes to reach central hotels for a fare of roughly 10-20 BOB. Arrive 90 minutes early for domestic departures. Ensure you have cash (BOB) for local transport, as card facilities are rare. The high altitude means you should keep the first half-hour gentle, because even the taxi into town can feel more demanding than at low-elevation airports. Once you settle in, the airport works well as a gateway to Potos\u00ed's historic center and the surrounding mining district. there",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use an official taxi for the fastest 15-minute city transfer.",
    "Connect through Santa Cruz (VVI) for all major international links.",
    "The airport is a gateway for the UNESCO Silver Mines of Potos\u00ed.",
    "Check-in is fast; 90 minutes early is more than sufficient.",
    "Try the local Potos\u00ed-style spicy soup (K'alapurka) in town."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "POI",
  "icao": "SLPO",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -19.543331,
  "layover_planner_info": "Plan ahead for limited services and amenities.",
  "longitude": -65.723734,
  "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 your airline for rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "Capitan Nicolas Rojas Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "SRE",
      "name": "Juana Azurduy de Padilla International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "UYU",
      "name": "Uyuni Joya Andina Airport"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "Capit\u00e1n Nicolas Rojas Airport (POI) is a critical regional aviation hub serving the historic city of Potos\u00ed, Bolivia, located approximately 3 miles (5 km) northeast of the city center. Situated at a staggering elevation of 12,922 feet (3,939 meters), it is world-renowned as one of the highest commercial airports in operation. The airport operates from a single, compact passenger terminal designed primarily to facilitate domestic travel and essential government missions for the surrounding Karachipampa industrial region.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure is modest and focused on essential transit services, providing a functional waiting area and simple check-in counters managed by carriers like Boliviana de Aviaci\u00f3n (BoA). While the facility lacks modern commercial amenities such as retail shops, full-service restaurants, or currency exchange desks, it provides a secure environment for passengers transitioning to major national hubs like La Paz and Santa Cruz. Travelers are strongly encouraged to handle significant financial and dining needs in the Potos\u00ed city center prior to arrival, as on-site utilities are extremely limited.\n\nOperationally, the airport features a single 9,295-foot asphalt runway (06/24) specifically built to accommodate the high-altitude performance requirements of modern turboprop and jet aircraft. Ground transportation to the UNESCO World Heritage city center is well-supported by local taxi services and private transfers that meet arriving flights, providing a quick 10 to 15-minute link to the city's historic colonial districts. Due to the extreme altitude and unpredictable mountain weather, passengers are advised to maintain flexible schedules and prepare for potential flight delays or cancellations common in this unique environment.",
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