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    "addressCountry": "Iran",
    "addressLocality": "Shahrud"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
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  "city": "Shahrud",
  "code": "RUD",
  "connection_tips": "Shahrud International Airport (RUD) serves the city of Shahrud in the Semnan Province of Iran. It handles regular domestic flights to Tehran (THR) via regional carriers. Ground transport into the city center (approx. 15km away) is primarily via official airport taxis which meet all scheduled arrivals.\n\nThe trip takes about 20 minutes and costs roughly 150,000-250,000 IRR. A unique connection tip: Shahrud is a major stop on the Tehran-Mashhad railway; for those heading to the holy city of Mashhad, the railway station is a short 15-minute taxi ride from the airport. The terminal is functional and efficient. Arrive 2 hours early for domestic departures.\n\nFacilities include basic cafes, prayer rooms, and a waiting area. Ensure you have local currency (IRR) for transportThat makes the airport a useful regional gateway for Iran's northeast corridor, especially when road travel is long. When delays ripple through the schedule, a pre-arranged pickup or host contact is the useful backup, because the airport is really the handoff into Shahrud rather than a place to wait around. The meaningful alternates are Mehrabad International Airport, Kalaleh Airport, Semnan Municipal Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by Regional carriers, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Shahrud's time-saving link to the rest of Iran.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use an official taxi for the most convenient and safe city transfer.",
    "The airport is a gateway for visiting the spectacular Cloud Forest (Jangal-e Abr).",
    "Connect through Tehran (THR) for all major international links.",
    "Check-in is fast; 90 minutes early is more than sufficient.",
    "Try the local Shahrud-style grapes and walnuts in town after landing."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "RUD",
  "icao": "OIMJ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
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  "layover_planner_info": "Consider exploring Shahrud if you have a long layover.",
  "longitude": 55.1041984558,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 110,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's service desk for assistance with rebooking.",
  "name": "Shahrud International Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "THR",
      "name": "Mehrabad International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "KLM",
      "name": "Kalaleh Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SNX",
      "name": "Semnan Municipal Airport"
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  "terminal_info": "Shahrud International Airport (RUD/OIMJ) serves as Semnan Province's largest and most strategically positioned aviation facility, operated by Iran Airports Company at 4,214 feet elevation in the historic city of Shahrud where this international-designated airport provides essential connectivity for northeastern Iran's ancient Silk Road region while supporting modern transportation needs across the challenging terrain between Tehran and Iran's eastern borders. This geographically important airport features a substantial 2,802-meter asphalt runway (07/25) with dimensions of 9,193 x 148 feet, equipped with Shahrud NDB navigation aids essential for operations in the mountainous terrain that characterizes this transitional zone between Iran's central plateau and its northeastern highlands.\n\nHistorical significance encompasses the airport's role serving Shahrud, an ancient city positioned along the historic Silk Road trade routes connecting Central Asia with the Persian heartland, where modern aviation infrastructure continues the city's traditional function as a transportation hub facilitating movement between Iran's interior and its remote northeastern territories. The airport enables connections for both domestic travelers and international operations, supporting Semnan Province's integration with Iran's broader transportation network while serving communities in mountainous regions where ground transportation remains challenging due to elevation changes and seasonal weather conditions.\n\nOperational characteristics reflect the airport's function as a regional hub serving northeastern Iran's diverse transportation needs, from domestic passenger services connecting remote communities with Tehran and other major cities to potential international operations supporting trade and cultural exchanges with neighboring Central Asian nations. The facility's international designation indicates capability for cross-border services, though current operations focus primarily on domestic connectivity essential for regional economic development and government administration throughout Semnan Province's vast and sparsely populated territories.\n\nStrategic importance extends beyond regional transportation to encompass the airport's role in Iran's broader infrastructure development strategy, where improved aviation access supports economic growth in historically isolated regions while maintaining government presence and services in strategically important border areas. The airport's position enables efficient administration of Iran's northeastern territories, supports tourism to historical sites along ancient trade routes, and provides emergency services essential for communities living in challenging mountain environments where reliable ground transportation remains difficult year-round.",
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