{"response": {"Key": "JFK-GUA", "orig": {"code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "GUA", "type": "airport", "city": "Guatemala City", "fullCity": "Guatemala City, Guatemala", "airport": "La Aurora Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Guatemala City?", "answer": "The flight from New York City (JFK) to Guatemala City (GUA) is about 2,060 miles and typically takes 4 hours and 54 minutes. The return flight is slightly shorter at 4 hours and 47 minutes, a small difference driven by 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"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Two airlines fly nonstop from JFK to Guatemala City: JetBlue and Avianca, both operating daily. JetBlue runs up to nine departures a day spread from early morning through evening, while Avianca has three late-night departures. The flight takes about 4 hours 40 minutes to 5 hours southbound, and slightly less on the return.", "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.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "flight_schedule"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Guatemala City?", "answer": "From La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Guatemala City center, taxis are the most common and reliable option, with authorized airport taxis offering fixed rates and a 15–20 minute ride. Ride-share services like Uber are available but may face restrictions near the terminal, so some travelers walk to the main road to meet drivers. There is no direct mass transit link like a train or metro, but public buses run along the main avenue outside the airport, though they are less comfortable and not recommended for visitors with luggage. Car rentals are available at the airport, but driving in Guatemala City can be challenging due to traffic and road conditions. For most travelers, pre-arranged shuttles or official taxis are the fastest and safest choice.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Aurora_International_Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T01:12:50Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora_State_Airport", "title": "Aurora State Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:16:10Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora_Municipal_Airport_(Nebraska)", "title": "Aurora Municipal Airport (Nebraska)", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:16:07Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La%20Aurora%20International%20Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-14T04:19:48Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arturo_Merino_Ben%C3%ADtez_International_Airport", "title": "Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-21T20:58:16Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Guatemala City?", "answer": "May, April, and September are the cheapest months to fly from New York City to Guatemala City, with average fares around $397–$470, while December and July are the most expensive, averaging $574–$673.", "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 Guatemala City?", "answer": "For flights from New York JFK to Guatemala City, the optimal booking window is about 10 to 13 weeks before departure, when average fares hover around $511. Booking very last minute (0 days out) can spike to $657, while the absolute cheapest day to book is roughly 85 days in advance at $509. During summer and holiday periods, demand typically pushes prices higher, so aiming for the early side of that window or even a bit earlier is wise.", "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 Guatemala City?", "answer": "No overnight / red‑eye flights are available from New York JFK to Guatemala City — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg operate on this route.", "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 Guatemala City?", "answer": "JetBlue and Avianca fly nonstop from JFK to Guatemala City. JetBlue operates around 56 weekly flights with a median fare of about $1,274, while Avianca offers roughly 13 weekly flights at a median fare near $869.", "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 Guatemala City?", "answer": "Common layovers include Miami, Houston, Panama City, and San Salvador. Miami and Houston offer extensive onward connections to Guatemala City with relatively short total travel times. Panama City serves as a major hub for Copa Airlines with efficient transfers, and San Salvador provides a quick stop with Avianca, often keeping total journey times competitive."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Guatemala City?", "answer": "November to April is the dry season, offering sunny days, pleasant temperatures, and fewer crowds than the rainy summer months."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for bags, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a risk area. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays under 90 days."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Guatemala City?", "answer": "La Aurora International Airport is the only commercial airport serving Guatemala City. It is located about 6 km south of the city centre and handles all international and domestic flights."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From Manhattan, the AirTrain combined with the subway or Long Island Rail Road is the most popular and reliable public transit option, taking about 50–75 minutes. Taxis offer a flat fare to Manhattan and are widely available, while ride‑share apps like Uber and Lyft pick up at designated areas. Authorized shuttle vans and private car services provide a middle ground in cost and convenience. Driving and parking are possible, with on‑airport lots connected by the AirTrain, but traffic can be unpredictable and parking fees add up.", "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. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. 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Nearby hotels such as In&Out Hotel and Dai Nonni Hotel are available, some offering airport shuttle service.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Aurora_International_Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T01:12:50Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/guatemala/guatemala-city/activities/private_airport_transfer_from_guatemala_to_la_aurora_airport-XANC4G", "title": "Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/guatemala/guatemala-city/activities/private_arrival_transfer_la_aurora_international_airport_to_antigua_hotel-X3MAIF", "title": "Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/guatemala-city-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Guatemala City Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-10-29T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La%20Aurora%20International%20Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-14T04:19:48Z"}, {"url": "http://www.airpaz.com/en/airports/la-aurora-international-airport-gua", "title": "La Aurora International Airport (GUA) information - Airpaz", "time_published": "2026-04-14T00:11:51Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at La Aurora Airport?", "answer": "La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City offers two VIP lounges, Los Añejos Business Lounge and Copa Club, but the available information does not specifically mention currency exchange offices, prayer rooms, or free Wi‑Fi availability.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Aurora_International_Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T01:12:50Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La%20Aurora%20International%20Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-14T04:19:48Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora_State_Airport", "title": "Aurora State Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:16:10Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora_Municipal_Airport_(Nebraska)", "title": "Aurora Municipal Airport (Nebraska)", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:16:07Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Aurora_Zoo", "title": "La Aurora Zoo", "time_published": "2026-06-30T03:19:13Z"}]}, "q16": {"question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the New York City and Guatemala City airports?", "answer": "At JFK, accessibility services include wheelchair assistance, guided help, and TSA Cares support; travelers should contact their airline or submit a TSA Cares form at least 72 hours before departure—or call within 72 hours—to arrange assistance. JFK also offers accessible restrooms, service animal relief areas, and in-person help from red-uniformed Airport Customer Experience Specialists. For Guatemala City's La Aurora Airport, specific details on mobility assistance or children's play areas are not publicly listed, so it's best to contact your airline directly to request any needed services in advance.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://jfkairport.com/at-airport/accessibility-services", "title": "Accessibility Services - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico"}, {"url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/explore-jfk/accessibility-services", "title": "Accessibility Services - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. 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Connecting itineraries most often feature the Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Boeing 737-800 on United via Houston, or the Airbus A321-100 and Boeing 737-800 on American via Miami. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi with seatback entertainment is widely available on these modern jets.", "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 Guatemala City?", "answer": "JetBlue and Avianca fly nonstop from JFK to Guatemala City. JetBlue is not part of any global alliance, while Avianca belongs to Star Alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no other carriers operate nonstop.", "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": "At JFK Terminal 1, the Air France Lounge, Lufthansa Business and Senator Lounges, Primeclass Lounge, Turkish Airlines Lounge, and Korean Air KAL Lounge are available to eligible passengers, with access typically granted to business-class travelers, elite status holders, or Priority Pass members. Terminal 4 houses Delta Sky Clubs in Concourses A and B, the Centurion Lounge, Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club; Delta Sky Club access requires a same-day Delta flight and eligible card or status, while Centurion entry is limited to Platinum Card holders with a same-day Delta booking. The Chase Sapphire Lounge welcomes Sapphire Reserve cardmembers and Priority Pass holders, and the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse is open to Upper Class passengers and Flying Club Gold elites. Notable amenities include the Air France Lounge’s complimentary Clarins spa treatments and showers, the Centurion Lounge’s craft cocktails and locally inspired dining, and the new Delta Sky Club in Concourse A with a covered Sky Deck and soundproof booths.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/JFK", "title": "American Express Lounges at John F. Kennedy International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/delta-reserve/JFK", "title": "American Express Lounges at John F. 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Standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Flights from New York City to Guatemala City generally offer Economy and Business class, with flat-bed seats uncommon on this route and Premium Economy rarely available."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare class; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets usually permit same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy fares typically do not."}}}}