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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Cape Verde",
    "addressLocality": "Sao Nicolau Island"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Regional carriers"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Sao Nicolau Island",
  "code": "SNE",
  "connection_tips": "Pregui\u00e7a Airport (SNE) is the sole air link for the island of S\u00e3o Nicolau in Cape Verde, providing essential domestic connections to Sal, Praia, and S\u00e3o Vicente. It is also essential to carry Cape Verdean Escudos (CVE) or Euros in cash, as credit card acceptance is virtually non-existent at the terminal or among transport operators. Arriving 60 to 90 minutes before your domestic flight is generally sufficient. A trip to Ribeira Brava takes about 10-15 minutes, while reaching the port town of Tarrafal typically costs around 1,500 CVE (approx. $15 USD) and takes about 30-40 minutes.\n\nThese vans typically wait outside the arrivals hall for scheduled flight arrivals and depart once they are full; the fare is very low and provides an excellent introduction to local life. Navigating ground transportation at SNE is a quintessentially Cape Verdean experience. Due to the island's mountainous terrain and Atlantic location, flight schedules can occasionally be affected by localized wind and cloud conditions; build some flexibility into your itinerary when connecting through SNE. Inside the terminal, facilities are limited to basic seating and a small cafe; it is highly recommended to handle any significant banking or major dining in Ribeira Brava before heading to the airport.\n\nTravelers should be aware that the airport terminal is a small and efficient facility where passenger processing is handled with regional speed. For a more direct and immediate transfer, private taxis are also available. The most standard and affordable method for reaching the main town of Ribeira Brava is using the 'alugueres' (shared minibuses).",
  "country": "Cape Verde",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/cv.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "A taxi is the simplest way to continue from the airport toward Ribeira Brava.",
    "The airport is small and quiet, so the terminal process itself is usually uncomplicated.",
    "Check in early, because Cape Verde inter-island schedules can shift or stay loosely timed.",
    "Expect basic facilities rather than a full-service terminal on Sao Nicolau.",
    "Preguica is best treated as an island lifeline airport, not as a place to rely on amenities."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Pregui%C3%A7a+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "iataCode": "SNE",
  "icao": "GVSN",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 16.5883998871,
  "layover_planner_info": "Few amenities; prepare accordingly.",
  "longitude": -24.2847003937,
  "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": "Consult airline staff at the terminal for assistance.",
  "name": "Pregui\u00e7a Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "RAI",
      "name": "Praia Nelson Mandela"
    },
    {
      "code": "NTO",
      "name": "Agostinho Neto Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SID",
      "name": "Am\u00edlcar Cabral International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "VXE",
      "name": "S\u00e3o Pedro Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Pregui\u00e7a Airport serves as S\u00e3o Nicolau Island's sole aviation lifeline in Cape Verde, positioned halfway between the capital Ribeira Brava and the village of Pregui\u00e7a with a 1,400-meter runway accommodating up to two aircraft under VINCI Airports' 40-year modernization concession. Located 3 kilometers from both the island capital and the coastal village, the facility operates under challenging Atlantic conditions where mountainous terrain and ocean winds can disrupt schedules requiring flexible travel planning.\n\nTerminal facilities consist of basic infrastructure with limited seating and a small caf\u00e9, emphasizing cash transactions in Cape Verdean escudos or euros since credit card acceptance remains virtually non-existent. Ground transportation relies on shared 'alugueres' minibuses waiting for flight arrivals, providing authentic Cape Verdean experiences for 10-15 minute journeys to Ribeira Brava or longer 30-40 minute trips to coastal Tarrafal costing around 1,500 CVE ($15 USD).\n\nOperational characteristics center on domestic connections to Sal, Praia, and S\u00e3o Vicente islands, with passengers advised to arrive 60-90 minutes early for processing and to reconfirm flights locally as Cape Verdean schedules can shift with minimal notice. The exposed island location experiences Atlantic weather patterns that occasionally impact operations, particularly wind and cloud conditions affecting this mountainous Atlantic outpost.\n\nStrategic importance encompasses maintaining essential connectivity for S\u00e3o Nicolau's isolated communities, supporting inter-island commerce and family connections across the Cape Verde archipelago, and facilitating access to the island's 3C-category runway infrastructure under Portuguese technical standards while serving as a critical medical evacuation point for residents otherwise dependent on sea transport to reach healthcare facilities on neighboring islands.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pregui%C3%A7a_Airport"
}