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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Malaysia",
    "addressLocality": "Sitiawan"
  },
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    "Malaysia Airlines"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "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": "Sitiawan",
  "code": "SWY",
  "connection_tips": "Sitiawan Airport is a small airfield primarily used for non-commercial and light aircraft. For connection planning, a pre-arranged pickup or host contact is the useful backup, because the airport is really the handoff into Sitiawan rather than a place to wait around. The meaningful alternates are Kuala Lumpur International, Sultan Azlan Shah Airport, Pulau Pangkor Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by Malaysia Airlines, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Sitiawan's time-saving link to the rest of Malaysia.\n\nFor transportation into Sitiawan town or nearby Lumut, the Grab app is highly recommended and widely available. Operationally, a pre-arranged pickup or host contact is the useful backup, because the airport is really the handoff into Sitiawan rather than a place to wait around. The meaningful alternates are Kuala Lumpur International, Sultan Azlan Shah Airport, Pulau Pangkor Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by Malaysia Airlines, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Sitiawan's time-saving link to the rest of Malaysia.\n\nTaxis can also be pre-arranged for pickups. Most travelers visiting this region of Perak arrive via Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH) in Ipoh or via direct express bus services from Kuala Lumpur. 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 Sitiawan rather than a place to wait around. The meaningful alternates are Kuala Lumpur International, Sultan Azlan Shah Airport, Pulau Pangkor Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by Malaysia Airlines, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Sitiawan's time-saving link to the rest of Malaysia.",
  "country": "Malaysia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Plan ahead for smooth transfers at Sitiawan Airport.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Sitiawan+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=MYR",
  "iataCode": "SWY",
  "icao": "WMBA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 4.2222,
  "layover_planner_info": "Research facilities in advance for comfortable layovers.",
  "longitude": 100.6993,
  "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": "Sitiawan Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "KUL",
      "name": "Kuala Lumpur International"
    },
    {
      "code": "IPH",
      "name": "Sultan Azlan Shah Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "PKG",
      "name": "Pulau Pangkor Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Sitiawan Airport (SWY/WMBA) operates as Perak's mainland aviation complement to Pangkor Island serving Manjung District where Royal Malaysian Navy Lumut base, coastal tourism, RM25 million 1993 conversion create strategic regional gateway accommodating light aircraft, private aviation throughout territories linking mainland with island destinations. Located 3km from Sitiawan town center featuring 1,350-meter runway (converted existing airstrip), single runway 3/21, the facility serves Lumut (20 minutes), Pangkor ferry connections throughout territories where fishing port, marina, Teluk Batik beaches establish coastal tourism hub while Navy base transforms former fishing village into strategic military-civilian interface.\n\nCoastal infrastructure emphasizes dual connectivity where Pangkor Airport (PKG) on island complements mainland Sitiawan operations throughout territories serving domestic flights, beach tourism while Royal Malaysian Navy home base anchors regional security. The facility accommodates private aircraft, charter operations throughout regions where Lumut gateway enables Pangkor Island access via frequent ferries while coastal attractions, Navy presence, fishing heritage create diverse economic base throughout western Peninsular Malaysia where proximity to natural, cultural landmarks enhances Perak regional exploration.\n\nOperational characteristics focus on domestic operations where no international flights, non-commercial emphasis serves private aviation throughout territories lacking scheduled passenger service while Grab app, pre-arranged taxis provide ground connections. The airport manages essential services for coastal access throughout areas where Ipoh (84km), express buses from Kuala Lumpur offer alternative access while strategic positioning between mainland, island destinations throughout Manjung District creates unique dual-airport system serving integrated coastal tourism.\n\nStrategic importance extends beyond transportation to supporting Perak's coastal economy where Sitiawan Airport enables essential mainland-island connectivity throughout Malaysian territories. The facility demonstrates successful complementary aviation where Navy base proximity, island tourism, and coastal development converge requiring comprehensive understanding of military-civilian interface, ferry connections, and regional tourism throughout territories where Lumut's transformation from fishing village to Navy base reflects Malaysia's strategic maritime priorities.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/WMBA/Sitiawan-Airport"
}