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    "Key": "BKI-LDU",
    "orig": {
      "code": "BKI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Kota Kinabalu",
      "fullCity": "Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia",
      "airport": "Kota Kinabalu Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "LDU",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Lahad Datu",
      "fullCity": "Lahad Datu, Malaysia",
      "airport": "Lahad Datu Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Lahad Datu?",
        "answer": "March to September offers drier weather with less rain, and crowds are thinner outside local holidays."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu?",
        "answer": "For this domestic flight within Malaysia, bring your Malaysian identity card (MyKad) or passport as identification. No visa or travel authorization is needed, but bring a payment method for any baggage fees and check if vaccination certificates are required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Lahad Datu?",
        "answer": "Lahad Datu is served by a single airport, Lahad Datu Airport (LDU), located about 1 km from the town centre."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Kota Kinabalu Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Kota Kinabalu International Airport is about 8 km southwest of the city center. The most popular and budget-friendly option is the public bus, which departs from the City Bus Terminal (North) in Inanam, about 10 km from downtown, and connects to the airport. Taxis and ride‑share services offer a faster, door‑to‑door alternative directly from the city center, though at a higher cost. Driving and parking are also available at the airport for those with their own vehicle.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kota_Kinabalu_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-20T09:10:41Z"
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            "title": "Kota Kinabalu International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T15:04:43Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_Bus_Terminal_(North),_Kota_Kinabalu",
            "title": "City Bus Terminal (North), Kota Kinabalu",
            "time_published": "2026-05-21T10:59:33Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kota%20Kinabalu",
            "title": "Kota Kinabalu",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T12:46:10Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greater%20Kota%20Kinabalu",
            "title": "Greater Kota Kinabalu",
            "time_published": "2026-04-27T03:16:07Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Lahad Datu airport?",
        "answer": "Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) does not have any on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. There are no airport hotels connected by shuttle, but a few small hotels and guesthouses are located in the town of Lahad Datu, a short drive from the airport.",
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Kota Kinabalu?",
        "answer": "At Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the Travel Club Lounge operates two locations in Terminal 1: an international departures lounge near Gate B6 and a domestic departures lounge near Gate A10. Both are accessible via Priority Pass, select credit cards, or by paying at the door. The international lounge offers complimentary beer, Wi‑Fi, and flight monitors, with a maximum stay of four hours, while the domestic lounge features premium food, showers for a fee, and a prayer room, with a three‑hour limit.",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/malaysia/kota-kinabalu-international",
            "title": "Kota Kinabalu International Airport BKI Lounges - BKI Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-07-20T09:10:41Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BKI/Travel-Club-Lounge-Terminal-1-g2UkB9fHpz/",
            "title": "Travel Club Lounge at Kota Kinabalu International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-04-27T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/BKI/Travel-Club-Lounge-Terminal-1-ZhxJxkOvZb/",
            "title": "Travel Club Lounge at Kota Kinabalu International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-03-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.singaporeair.com/en_UK/sg/plan-travel/destinations/flights-to-kota-kinabalu",
            "title": "Flights to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Singapore Airlines",
            "time_published": "2026-04-12T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu?",
        "answer": "On domestic Malaysia flights like Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu, carry‑on is typically included, but checked baggage depends on airline and fare. Basic fares often exclude checked bags, while standard economy may include a small allowance. Always verify with your airline."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu?",
        "answer": "On this short domestic route, only Economy class is typically offered; Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not available."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the carrier and fare class; flexible and premium tickets may allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
  }
}