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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "United Kingdom",
    "addressLocality": "Swansea"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "British Airways"
  ],
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      "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"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Swansea",
  "code": "SWS",
  "connection_tips": "Swansea Airport (SWS) is a general-aviation airfield on the Gower side of Swansea rather than a normal scheduled passenger airport. It is mainly useful for private flying, training, sightseeing, and access to the Gower Peninsula 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 Swansea rather than a place to wait around. The meaningful alternates are Cardiff Airport, Haverfordwest Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by British Airways, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Swansea's time-saving link to the rest of United Kingdom.\n\nTravelers needing regular airline service should use Cardiff or Bristol instead At street level, a pre-arranged pickup or host contact is the useful backup, because the airport is really the handoff into Swansea rather than a place to wait around. The meaningful alternates are Cardiff Airport, Haverfordwest Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by British Airways, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Swansea's time-saving link to the rest of United Kingdom.\n\nIf you are arriving privately, arrange the road leg in advance because transport at the airfield itself is limited For a clean handoff, a pre-arranged pickup or host contact is the useful backup, because the airport is really the handoff into Swansea rather than a place to wait around. The meaningful alternates are Cardiff Airport, Haverfordwest Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by British Airways, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Swansea's time-saving link to the rest of United Kingdom.",
  "country": "United Kingdom",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "SWS works best for GA access to the Gower Peninsula rather than scheduled airline travel.",
    "Coordinate pickup or a taxi from town in advance, since on-demand service is limited.",
    "The airfield cafe is part of the local scene, so expect walkers and sightseers as well as pilots.",
    "Check NOTAMs and weather, because the coastal setting can change visibility and wind quickly.",
    "SWS is really a Gower access field where the local caf\u00e9 and scenery define the stop."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=GBP",
  "iataCode": "SWS",
  "icao": "EGFH",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 51.601366,
  "layover_planner_info": "Research facilities in advance for comfortable layovers.",
  "longitude": -4.071006,
  "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 airline desks or local staff for assistance with missed connections.",
  "name": "Swansea Airport",
  "region": "Europe",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "CWL",
      "name": "Cardiff Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "HAW",
      "name": "Haverfordwest Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Swansea Airport (SWS/EGFH) operates as Wales' premier general aviation gateway serving Gower Peninsula Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where former RAF Fairwood Common (operational 15 June 1941) transformed into specialized airfield supporting flying schools, skydiving operations, corporate aviation throughout territories 15 minutes from Swansea City Centre. Located on Fairwood Common featuring dual runways 04/22 (1,200m concrete), 10/28 with CAA Ordinary Licence P867, the facility accommodates Cambrian Flying Club, Gower Flight Centre providing Private Pilot Licence, Microlight training throughout Wales' most scenic aviation environment where competitive landing fees, hangarage costs attract aircraft owners throughout UK.\n\nGeneral aviation infrastructure emphasizes flight training where two established flying schools offer trial lessons through professional pilot certification while skydiving centre provides tandem jumps, static-line courses throughout renowned drop zone attracting thrill-seekers nationwide. The facility accommodates helicopters, privately-owned aircraft, corporate operations alongside police, military, naval helicopters throughout territories where emergency medical air ambulance services provide rapid transport across South Wales while scenic flights showcase Welsh coastline, Gower Peninsula beauty throughout Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty designated landscape.\n\nOperational characteristics focus on recreational aviation where light propeller aircraft, helicopter operations avoid expensive commercial airport handling fees while maintaining essential emergency services access throughout territories where general aviation community benefits from convenient location, cost-effective operations. The airport manages diverse activities from flight instruction, aircraft maintenance to skydiving operations throughout regions where former military infrastructure supports contemporary aviation needs while preserving historical significance throughout wartime aviation heritage sites.\n\nStrategic importance extends beyond recreation to anchoring Wales' general aviation community where Swansea Airport provides essential training, emergency services throughout Gower Peninsula territories. The facility demonstrates successful military-civilian transition where historical RAF heritage meets contemporary general aviation requirements throughout territories where natural beauty, competitive costs, and comprehensive services create optimal environment for recreational flying, professional training, and emergency aviation throughout Wales' most attractive coastal aviation destination.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/EGFH/Swansea-Airport"
}