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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Saudi Arabia",
    "addressLocality": "Yanbu"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Saudia"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "40 minutes"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "80 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "80 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "100 minutes"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Yanbu",
  "code": "YNB",
  "connection_tips": "Prince Abdul Mohsin bin Abdulaziz International Airport serves Yanbu, a major industrial city on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast, strategically positioned as both an industrial hub and gateway for religious pilgrims visiting the holy cities. Flight schedules often coordinate with shift changes at major industrial facilities and religious travel patterns. The terminal facilities are functional but basic, designed to handle the specialized traffic patterns of industrial workers and religious travelers. Winter brings more moderate temperatures but occasional strong winds off the Red Sea.\n\nWeather conditions in this coastal desert region can significantly impact operations, with extreme summer heat often exceeding 45\u00b0C creating thermal turbulence and operational restrictions during peak temperature periods. The airport operates primarily through Saudia, providing connections to domestic destinations and limited international routes, supporting the region's petrochemical industries and religious tourism. Medical facilities in Yanbu are adequate for routine care, with specialized services available through the industrial healthcare network. Security procedures follow strict Saudi aviation protocols, requiring additional time for processing, particularly during Hajj and Umrah seasons when pilgrim traffic increases substantially.\n\nGround transportation includes taxi services, private car rentals, and bus connections to Yanbu's industrial complexes and the historic downtown area along the Red Sea waterfront. Sandstorms, particularly during spring months, can reduce visibility and disrupt flight schedules. Located in the heart of Saudi Arabia's industrial corridor, the airport serves one of the kingdom's most important port cities, handling both business travelers working in the extensive oil refineries and chemical plants, as well as pilgrims en route to Medina. The airport serves as an important economic gateway for Saudi Arabia's western industrial region while facilitating religious tourism to the nearby holy sites.",
  "country": "Saudi Arabia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Pilgrims en route to Medina often transit Yanbu at this airport.",
    "Expect security queues during Hajj season and consider using airport lounges for comfort.",
    "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."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "YNB",
  "icao": "OEYN",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 24.144199,
  "layover_planner_info": "Few amenities beyond essentials.",
  "longitude": 38.0634,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 40,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 80,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 80,
  "mct_international_to_international": 100,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline customer service for rebooking.",
  "name": "Prince Abdul Mohsin bin Abdulaziz International Airport / Yanbu Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "YUL",
      "name": "Montr\u00e9al\u2013Trudeau International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MED",
      "name": "Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Prince Abdul Mohsin bin Abdulaziz International Airport / Yanbu Airport operates as a regional aviation facility serving the Yanbu area in Saudi Arabia, providing essential aviation services for local transportation and specialized operations. The airport features specialized aviation infrastructure serving the Red Sea industrial city established by 1975 royal decree as one of Saudi Arabia's two major petrochemical centers, supporting where SABIC's founding transformed the ancient spice route port\u2014historically connected to Prophet Muhammad's alliance with Banu Madlaj tribe\u2014into one of the world's largest petrochemical complexes with Yansab producing 4 million metric tons annually, operating alongside three oil refineries, major pipelines from eastern Saudi Arabia, and serving as the principal maritime gateway for Medina located 160 kilometers east.\n\nTerminal facilities comprise fundamental aviation infrastructure appropriate for regional operations, featuring passenger processing areas and operational support designed for aircraft serving local transportation needs. The facility maintains necessary safety and operational standards for reliable aviation services.\n\nOperational characteristics focus on regional air services, emergency medical evacuations, and specialized aviation operations supporting local community needs and government services. The airport provides vital connectivity where traditional ground transportation options may be limited.\n\nStrategic importance encompasses supporting regional development, emergency services, and maintaining essential connections for communities while facilitating access to government services, healthcare, and economic opportunities in the region.",
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}