{"response": {"Key": "EWR-MDE", "orig": {"code": "EWR", "type": "airport", "city": "Newark", "fullCity": "Newark, New Jersey", "airport": "Liberty Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "MDE", "type": "airport", "city": "Medellín", "fullCity": "Medellín, Colombia", "airport": "Medellin Jose Maria Cordova"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "No nonstop flights operate between Newark (EWR) and Medellín (MDE), so the journey requires a connection, and total travel time is typically around 7 to 9 hours depending on the layover. The airports are about 2,390 miles apart.", "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "There are nonstop flights from Newark to Medellín, operated by Avianca, JetBlue, United, and Copa. Nonstops account for about 9% of trips on the route and typically take around 5 hours and 25 minutes. If nonstop availability doesn't line up, the most common one‑stop connection is via Miami (taking roughly 11 hours 42 minutes total), with Bogotá, Panama City, and Houston also popular hubs.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_options"]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Newark to Medellín are September, May, and October, with average roundtrip fares around $398–$423. The most expensive months are December, January, and July, when average prices climb to $533–$733.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise.", "toolsUsed": ["seasonal_prices"]}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "For flights from Newark to Medellín, the best time to book is about 7 to 10 weeks before departure, when average fares are around $545. Booking right before departure can cost over $670, while buying 55 to 65 days out often yields the lowest prices near $542. For summer and holiday travel, it's wise to book even earlier, as prices tend to rise more sharply close to departure during peak periods.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row.", "toolsUsed": ["booking_timing"]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are available from Newark to Medellín — neither nonstop nor on connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red-eye.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": ["redeye_flights"]}, "q7": {"question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Newark to Medellín. Avianca is the most common connecting option, typically routing through Bogotá with about 18 daily connections on a representative day. American via Miami and United via Houston also appear, with around 7 and 6 daily connections respectively. Other less frequent one‑stop routings include Arajet via Santo Domingo, JetBlue via San Juan or Punta Cana, and Copa via Panama City. No per‑carrier fare data is available for this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q8": {"question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Newark and Medellín?", "answer": "Common layovers include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Panama City and Bogotá, which offer broad connections and keep total travel time competitive."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Medellín?", "answer": "December to March and June to August offer mild, spring-like weather and fewer tourists."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "Bring a U.S. passport valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates, and check if you need a Colombian visa or the Check-Mig form. Have a payment method for baggage and proof of onward or return travel, as airlines may require it."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Medellín?", "answer": "José María Córdova International Airport is the only airport in Medellín that handles commercial flights."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to Liberty Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Newark, the quickest way to Newark Liberty International Airport is a short taxi or ride‑share trip, typically under 15 minutes. NJ Transit trains and Amtrak serve the airport via the AirTrain connection from Newark Liberty International Airport Station, and the Newark Airport Express bus runs from Midtown Manhattan. Driving and parking are straightforward with on‑airport lots and a cell phone lot for pickups.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://newarkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-01-26T21:51:22Z"}, {"url": "https://newarkairport.com/flights/connections-guide/travel-between-airports", "title": "Transferring Between Airports Guide - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-01-28T18:57:23Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newark%20Liberty%20International%20Airport", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T12:21:54Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=prev&oldid=1337528333&title=Lehigh_Valley_International_Airport", "title": "Lehigh Valley International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-02-10T00:46:59Z"}, {"url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/category/newark-liberty-international-airport/", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport |", "time_published": "2020-09-16T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Medellín airport?", "answer": "Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) has no on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels include the Hotel Santiago de Arma, which is about a 15-minute drive away and offers a shuttle. For a shorter layover, comfortable seating is available airside, and the terminal stays open 24 hours.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/medellin-jose-maria-cordova-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Medellin José María Córdova Airport Guide (MDE) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-06-27T18:01:09Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/José_María_Córdova_International_Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T12:06:25Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/colombia/medellin/activities/medell%C3%ADn_private_transfer_jos%C3%A9_mar%C3%ADa_c%C3%B3rdova_airport-XM1Y6T?property=MDEFI", "title": "Medellín Private Transfer: José María Córdova Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/colombia/medellin/activities/medellin_private_transfer_from_medellin_airport-XBH85X?property=MDEFI", "title": "Medellin private transfer from Medellin airport", "time_published": "2026-01-22T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9%20Mar%C3%ADa%20C%C3%B3rdova%20International%20Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T11:50:41Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1356775606&title=Jos%C3%A9_Mar%C3%ADa_C%C3%B3rdova_International_Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2004-08-17T15:27:57Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Medellin Jose Maria Cordova?", "answer": "At Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport (MDE), there are banks and money exchange services available, as well as several VIP lounges operated by Global Lounge Network. The airport offers many restaurants and shops, including a duty-free shop after security. Information on dedicated prayer rooms or free Wi‑Fi is not specified in available amenity details.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/José_María_Córdova_International_Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T12:06:25Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1356775606&title=Jos%C3%A9_Mar%C3%ADa_C%C3%B3rdova_International_Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2004-08-17T15:27:57Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9%20Mar%C3%ADa%20C%C3%B3rdova%20International%20Airport", "title": "José María Córdova International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T11:50:41Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?id=1356775606&page=Jos%C3%A9_Mar%C3%ADa_C%C3%B3rdova_International_Airport&title=Special:CiteThisPage&wpFormIdentifier=titleform", "title": "Cite This Page", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medellín_Airport", "title": "Medellín Airport", "time_published": "2019-12-29T10:16:27Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Newark to Medellín are operated by Avianca using the Airbus A320-100. One-stop connecting itineraries commonly use Boeing 787-8s and Airbus A320-200 Neos via Bogotá, or Boeing 737 MAX 8s via Miami or Houston; the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many of these aircraft.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": ["route_aircraft"]}, "q18": {"question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "The airlines operating one-stop connections from Newark to Medellín include Avianca (AV, a Star Alliance member), United (UA, also Star Alliance), American (AA, a Oneworld member), Copa Airlines (CM, Star Alliance), and JetBlue (B6, which belongs to no alliance). Star Alliance carriers dominate the route, with Oneworld present via American, and SkyTeam not represented among the main operators.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Newark?", "answer": "At Newark Liberty (EWR), the lounges you can access depend on your terminal. In Terminal A, there is a Delta Sky Club, accessible to Delta One or SkyTeam premium cabin passengers, elite members, or with a day pass. Terminal B's B3 satellite has a Lufthansa Lounge near Gate 60, available to business and first class passengers on Lufthansa Group airlines, as well as eligible Star Alliance Gold members. Terminal C offers Minute Suites, which are private sleep pods available for rent by the hour rather than a traditional lounge. Notably, there are no United Clubs or American Admirals Clubs at EWR, and independent lounges like Priority Pass are not currently available.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport - EWR Newark Airport", "favicon": "https://www.newarkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/ewr_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-02-04T20:34:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/EWR", "title": "American Express Lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport | Amex GB", "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/newark-liberty-international", "title": "Newark Liberty International Airport EWR Lounges - EWR Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-newark-airport-map", "title": "Newark Liberty (EWR) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/EWR/Lufthansa-Lounge-Terminal-B-B3-Satellite-0D1lyNseWB/", "title": "Lufthansa Lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "Baggage allowance on the Newark to Medellín route depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares typically include one free checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins and higher fare classes generally offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Newark to Medellín?", "answer": "Flights from Newark to Medellín typically offer Economy and flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is not commonly available on this route."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."}}}}