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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Bulgaria",
    "addressLocality": "Stara Zagora"
  },
  "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"
    },
    {
      "@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"
    }
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  "city": "Stara Zagora",
  "code": "SZR",
  "connection_tips": "Stara Zagora Airport is currently non-operational for scheduled commercial flights and primarily hosts exhibitions and general aviation. For a clean handoff, the practical plan is the onward road or domestic transfer, not the building footprint, because the airport mainly keeps Stara Zagora tied into the regional network. The meaningful alternates are Malevo Airfield, Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport, Bezmer Air Base, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by Local carriers, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Stara Zagora's time-saving link to the rest of Bulgaria.\n\nGround transportation to the city center, about 9 km away, is primarily via city taxis or private vehicles. For a same-day backup, the practical plan is the onward road or domestic transfer, not the building footprint, because the airport mainly keeps Stara Zagora tied into the regional network. The meaningful alternates are Malevo Airfield, Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport, Bezmer Air Base, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by Local carriers, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Stara Zagora's time-saving link to the rest of Bulgaria.\n\nThere is no dedicated airport public transport service, so it is best to arrange your travel in advance if attending an event at the airfield. In practical terms, the practical plan is the onward road or domestic transfer, not the building footprint, because the airport mainly keeps Stara Zagora tied into the regional network. The meaningful alternates are Malevo Airfield, Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport, Bezmer Air Base, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by Local carriers, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Stara Zagora's time-saving link to the rest of Bulgaria.",
  "country": "Bulgaria",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Plan ahead for smooth transfers at Stara Zagora 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."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BGN",
  "iataCode": "SZR",
  "icao": "LBSZ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "July 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 42.376667,
  "layover_planner_info": "Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is a regional airport for Europe, with Local carriers serving the route pattern. Stara Zagora Airport (SZR/LBSZ) operates as former Bulgarian military air base established January 1940 transitioning to civilian airport before becoming non-operational, located 9km south of central Bulgaria's Stara Zagora throughout Kolio Ganchev suburb. Plan around 45 minutes domestic, 90 minutes domestic-to-international, 120 minutes international-to-international, and 120 minutes interline. Nearby alternatives for schedule recovery include HKV Malevo Airfield, GOZ Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport, and JAM Bezmer Air Base.",
  "longitude": 25.655,
  "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": "If you miss a connection at Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria, contact Local carriers or the handling desk immediately. This airport functions as a regional feeder, so the best recovery option is usually the next departure from Stara Zagora or a nearby airport. Stara Zagora Airport is currently non-operational for scheduled commercial flights and primarily hosts exhibitions and general aviation. Backup routing may also use HKV Malevo Airfield, GOZ Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport, and JAM Bezmer Air Base.",
  "name": "Stara Zagora Airport",
  "noindex": false,
  "region": "Europe",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "HKV",
      "name": "Malevo Airfield"
    },
    {
      "code": "GOZ",
      "name": "Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "JAM",
      "name": "Bezmer Air Base"
    },
    {
      "code": "PDV",
      "name": "Plovdiv International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Stara Zagora Airport (SZR/LBSZ) operates as former Bulgarian military air base established January 1940 transitioning to civilian airport before becoming non-operational, located 9km south of central Bulgaria's Stara Zagora throughout Kolio Ganchev suburb. Originally hosting 13th Attack Helicopters Air Regiment operating 44 Mil Mi-24 aircraft (6 'V' version, remainder 'D' variant) within 10th Combined Air Corps until 1994 reorganization into 23rd Attack Helicopter Air Base closed 2000 with helicopter transfer to Krumovo's 24 Helicopter Base, the facility maintains 2,550-meter asphalt runway (17/35) at 196-meter elevation throughout strategically positioned location near Shipka Pass, Sevtopolis archaeological sites.\n\nMilitary aviation heritage emphasizes Bulgarian Air Force operations where extensive helicopter training, attack missions throughout Warsaw Pact era created significant aviation infrastructure subsequently adapted for civilian aviation development throughout post-communist transition period. The facility showcases aviation evolution from military operations through attempted civilian conversion throughout territories where central Bulgarian location provides strategic access to historical sites, tourism destinations while infrastructure investment awaited concession procedures throughout 2008 privatization attempts ultimately unsuccessful throughout challenging economic conditions affecting regional aviation development.\n\nNon-operational status reflects broader Bulgarian aviation challenges where smaller regional airports struggle with economic viability throughout territories where Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna concentrate commercial aviation while rural facilities face closure. The airport maintains potential for recreational aviation, exhibitions, general aviation throughout regions where proximity to Rose Valley, Thracian heritage sites creates tourism potential requiring specialized charter operations, leisure flying throughout scenic Central Bulgarian landscapes where historical significance, natural beauty justify aviation access despite current operational limitations.\n\nStrategic importance encompasses preserving Bulgarian aviation heritage where Stara Zagora Airport represents military-civilian aviation transition throughout former Eastern Bloc countries. The facility demonstrates challenges facing regional aviation infrastructure where economic transformation, EU integration affect traditional aviation patterns requiring comprehensive understanding of Bulgarian aviation history, regional development policies, and heritage tourism potential throughout territories where aviation infrastructure preservation enables future reactivation possibilities throughout Central Bulgaria's evolving transportation networks.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/LBSZ/Stara-Zagora-Airport"
}