{"response": {"Key": "JFK-EDI", "orig": {"code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "EDI", "type": "airport", "city": "Edinburgh", "fullCity": "Edinburgh, Scotland", "airport": "Edinburgh Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "The flight from New York JFK to Edinburgh is about 3,250 miles and typically takes 7 hours nonstop. The return leg is longer at about 7 hours 44 minutes due to prevailing winds.", "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"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Edinburgh?", "answer": "From Edinburgh Airport, the tram and the Airlink 100 express bus are the most popular ways to reach the city center, both taking about 30 minutes. Taxis are available at the rank outside arrivals and cost roughly £25–30 for the 20–25 minute ride into town. There is no direct train from the airport, but you can take the tram to connect to rail services. Car hire desks are in the terminal if you prefer to drive, and ride-share services also operate from the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/transport.php", "title": "Edinburgh Airport Transport", "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/?day=tomorrow", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)", "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "http://www.flightpedia.org/airports/edinburgh-airport.html", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)", "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Edinburgh", "title": "Transport in Edinburgh", "time_published": "2026-03-31T07:01:05Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Edinburgh", "title": "Transport in Edinburgh", "time_published": "2026-06-10T16:35:17Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York City to Edinburgh are October, September, and August, with average fares around $746 to $775. The most expensive months are June, December, and March, where average prices range from about $885 to $970.", "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 New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "For flights from New York City to Edinburgh, the optimal booking window is 10 to 13 weeks before departure, when average fares are around $830. Booking about 180 days out can yield the lowest price at $825, but prices rise sharply within a few weeks of travel, exceeding $1,100.", "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 New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights are available nonstop from JFK to Edinburgh. Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue all operate daily red‑eyes, with departures typically between 8:20 PM and 10:15 PM. Actual arrival times vary by carrier and day, but these flights land the next morning in Edinburgh.", "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 New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue all operate nonstop service from New York JFK to Edinburgh. Delta offers the most frequent schedule with up to 49 weekly flights, primarily departing in the evening between 7:00 PM and 10:15 PM, and has a median fare around $891. American Airlines runs about 21 weekly flights, with evening departures around 8:20–9:00 PM and a typical fare near $1,091. JetBlue flies daily with a single evening departure; a median fare is not available for that carrier.", "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 New York City and Edinburgh?", "answer": "Common layovers include Dublin, London, Amsterdam and Reykjavik. Dublin offers US pre‑clearance on return and efficient connections. London provides multiple airports and high frequency. Amsterdam is a single‑terminal hub with smooth transfers. Reykjavik often yields competitive fares and short layover times."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Edinburgh?", "answer": "May, June, and September offer mild weather and fewer tourists than the August festival peak."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, any required visa or UK ETA, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any necessary vaccination or insurance documents."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Edinburgh?", "answer": "Edinburgh has one airport, located about 8 miles west of the city centre, serving all flights to the area."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From Midtown Manhattan, the AirTrain combined with the subway or Long Island Rail Road is the most popular and reliable option, taking about 50 to 60 minutes for a low cost. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft offer door-to-door convenience in about 45 to 75 minutes, while yellow taxis provide a flat fare to Manhattan. Driving yourself is possible but parking is expensive, and shared shuttles are a budget-friendly alternative. The AirTrain plus LIRR is often the fastest from Penn Station, while the subway is the cheapest.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "http://jfkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - JFK Airport", "favicon": "http://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z"}, {"url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services", "title": "Ride Share Information - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. 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Several nearby hotels are available for a more comfortable rest, though specific shuttle details aren't provided.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/edinburgh-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-09-19T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-edinburgh-airport.htm", "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide – Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-01-27T15:08:50Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/europe/united-kingdom/scotland/edinburgh/activities/private_one_way_transfer_edinburgh_airport_to_edinburgh-XI1GZ1", "title": "Private One way Transfer Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh", "time_published": "2026-02-28T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/europe/united-kingdom/scotland/edinburgh/activities/private_one_way_transfer_from_edinburgh_to_edinburgh_airport-XXC7BE?property=EDICY", "title": "Private One-Way Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-11T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/?day=tomorrow", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)", "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/europe/united-kingdom/scotland/edinburgh/activities/edinburgh_airport_edi_to_edinburgh_accommodation_round_trip_private_transfer-XGXT4Y?property=EDIEU", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edinburgh Accommodation - Round-Trip Private Transfer", "time_published": "2026-03-11T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Edinburgh Airport?", "answer": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI) offers currency exchange services within its single terminal, which handles both domestic and international flights. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the terminal for all passengers. Information on prayer rooms or chapels was not found in available resources.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/?day=tomorrow", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)", "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh_Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:58:51Z"}, {"url": "http://www.flightpedia.org/airports/edinburgh-airport.html", "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)", "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edinburgh%20Airport", "title": "Edinburgh Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-22T20:09:12Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from New York JFK to Edinburgh are operated by American Airlines using the Airbus A321-200 Neo, Delta on the Boeing 767-300, United on the Boeing 757-200, and JetBlue on the Airbus A318, though the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. The A321neo is the most frequently seen type on this route. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these transatlantic services.", "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 New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Delta (SkyTeam), American Airlines (oneworld), and JetBlue — which is unaffiliated with any alliance — operate nonstop from New York JFK to Edinburgh. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but those three are the only carriers with nonstop service.", "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 New York City?", "answer": "John F. Kennedy International Airport offers a wide range of lounge options across its terminals. In Terminal 1, you'll find the Air France Lounge (accessible with Priority Pass or a business-class ticket, featuring Clarins spa treatments), the Lufthansa Senator and Business Lounges (for premium Lufthansa passengers and Star Alliance Gold members), the Primeclass Lounge (day passes available, with a stylish bar and buffet), the Turkish Airlines Lounge (for business-class passengers and Star Alliance Gold members), and the Korean Air KAL Business Class Lounge (open late for evening departures). Terminal 4 houses Delta Sky Clubs in Concourses A and B (for Delta premium passengers and SkyTeam Elite Plus members, with a Sky Deck at Concourse A), the Centurion Lounge (for American Express Platinum cardholders, known for its chef-curated dining), the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (for Upper Class passengers and Flying Club Gold members, with a trendy bar), the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways (for Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders and Priority Pass members), and the Air India Lounge (for business-class passengers). Additionally, Terminal 8 features Minute Suites for a quiet rest space, and the VIP ONE Lounge in Terminal 1 offers a pay-per-use option with showers and a business center.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/JFK", "title": "American Express Lounges at John F. 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Standard international economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Edinburgh?", "answer": "Flights from New York City to Edinburgh typically offer Economy, Premium Economy, and flat-bed Business class on most nonstop services, with First class rarely available."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy normally does not."}}}}