{"response": {"Key": "JFK-UIO", "orig": {"code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "UIO", "type": "airport", "city": "Quito", "fullCity": "Quito, Ecuador", "airport": "Mariscal Sucre Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Quito?", "answer": "The flight from New York City to Quito is about 2,830 miles. Nonstop service takes around 6 hours and 20 minutes in both directions.", "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 Quito?", "answer": "Avianca flies nonstop from JFK to Quito daily, with two departures — one at 12:15 AM and another at 1:15 AM — and the flight takes about 6 h 20 m. Avianca is the only airline offering nonstop service on 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. 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. 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": ["route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "redeye_flights"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Quito?", "answer": "From Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), about 18 km east of Quito, the most-used and fastest option is the official airport taxi service, operated by Cooperativa Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre No.34 and Asociación de Taxistas del Aeropuerto, offering a direct 35- to 50-minute ride to the city center. Public transport buses also serve the route, providing a budget-friendly alternative, though travel times can be longer. Car rentals are available at the airport, and ride-share services exist but are less common and often less reliable than taxis. No mass transit rail link connects the airport to Quito. Taxis are generally considered the most convenient and widely used choice for visitors.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariscal_Sucre_International_Airport", "title": "Mariscal Sucre International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T20:28:34Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Mariscal_Sucre_International_Airport", "title": "Old Mariscal Sucre International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-21T19:08:52Z"}, {"url": "https://www.aeropuertoquito.aero/transportation/?lang=en", "title": "Transportation - Aeropuerto Internacional de Quito", "time_published": "2024-06-17T19:14:30Z"}, {"url": "https://www.aeropuertoquito.aero/mariscal-sucre-airport-receives-international-accreditation-for-accessibility-for-people-with-disabilities/?lang=en", "title": "Mariscal Sucre Airport Receives International Accreditation for Accessibility for People with Disabilities - Aeropuerto Internacional de Quito", "time_published": "2026-02-03T03:32:10Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariscal%20Sucre%20International%20Airport", "title": "Mariscal Sucre International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-24T15:12:30Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Quito?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from New York City to Quito are April, May, and September, with average fares around $441–$476. The most expensive months are December, July, and August, where average prices climb to $540–$722, with December being particularly high.", "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 Quito?", "answer": "For flights from New York JFK to Quito, the optimal booking window is roughly 5 to 25 days before departure, with an average fare around $568. Booking about 5 days out can yield the lowest price of $551, while booking far in advance (e.g., 160 days) tends to be pricier at $650. During peak summer or holiday periods, it's wise to book earlier within this window or slightly before, as fares may rise more sharply closer to departure.", "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 Quito?", "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from New York City to Quito, but connecting red-eye itineraries are available. One option departs Newark (EWR) at 11:51 PM on United, arriving at Panama City (PTY) at 4:04 AM the next morning, then connects to Copa Airlines with a layover of about 5 hours 21 minutes.", "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 Quito?", "answer": "Avianca flies nonstop from New York JFK to Quito, with 14 weekly flights — twice daily, departing at 12:15 AM and 1:15 AM. The typical fare on Avianca for this route is around $592.", "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 Quito?", "answer": "Common layovers are Miami, Panama City and Bogotá. Miami offers frequent flights and a straightforward transfer. Panama City and Bogotá are major Latin American hubs with efficient connections and visa‑free transit for many nationalities, keeping total travel time competitive."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Quito?", "answer": "June to September offers the driest, sunniest weather and fewer crowds than the holiday months."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Quito?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for bags. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days. Check if vaccination certificates are required."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Quito?", "answer": "Quito is served solely by Mariscal Sucre International Airport, located about 18 km east of downtown. It handles all international and domestic flights, so you don't need to choose between airports."}, "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 a popular and affordable public transit option, taking about an hour. Taxis offer a flat fare to Manhattan and are a convenient door-to-door choice, while ride-share services like Uber and Lyft provide similar convenience with variable pricing. Driving and parking at JFK is possible but can be expensive and subject to traffic, though short-term drop-off and cell phone lots are available.", "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. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z"}, {"url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/", "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |", "time_published": "2015-12-15T15:00:57Z"}]}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Quito airport?", "answer": "Quito's Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) has a hotel on the airport grounds, though specific terminal location and shuttle details aren't listed. There are also several nearby hotels, some connected by shuttle, for a more comfortable overnight stay.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/casa/quito.htm", "title": "Quito Airport Guide (UIO) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-05-30T01:38:21Z"}, {"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/quito-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Quito Airport Guide (UIO) - 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": "2018-10-02T00:00:33Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Mariscal_Sucre_International_Airport", "title": "Old Mariscal Sucre International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-21T19:08:52Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariscal_Sucre_International_Airport", "title": "Mariscal Sucre International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T20:28:34Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/ecuador/quito/activities/transfer_from_or_to_uio_airport_to_any_hotel_in_quito-XNLQF8?property=UIODS", "title": "Transfer from or to UIO Airport to any Hotel in Quito", "time_published": "2026-02-24T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "http://www.airpaz.com/en/airports/mariscal-sucre-international-airport-uio", "title": "Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) information - Airpaz", "time_published": "2026-04-14T00:09:09Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Quito?", "answer": "The nonstop flight from New York JFK to Quito is typically operated with an Airbus A320-200 Neo on Avianca. One-stop connecting itineraries most often use a Boeing 737 MAX 8 via Miami on American, a Boeing 737 MAX 9 via Panama City on United or Copa, or an Airbus A320 family jet via Miami on LATAM or Delta. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these narrow-body types dominate the route; Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on 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 New York City to Quito?", "answer": "Avianca (AV) is the only airline flying nonstop from JFK to Quito, and it belongs to Star Alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no other carriers operate it 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 4, Delta Sky Club has two locations in Concourses A and B, accessible with a same-day Delta ticket and a qualifying credit card, elite status, or a paid membership, featuring a covered Sky Deck and soundproof booths. The Centurion Lounge in Terminal 4 welcomes American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders with a craft cocktail bar and locally inspired dining, while the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways offers a wellness area and shower suites for Priority Pass and Chase Sapphire Reserve members. In Terminal 1, the Air France Lounge provides complimentary Clarins spa treatments and showers for business-class passengers and Flying Blue elites, and the Lufthansa Business and Senator Lounges serve German beer and hot meals to premium travelers and Star Alliance Gold members. The Primeclass Lounge, open to Priority Pass holders and day-pass purchasers, features a full bar and an Instagram-worthy buffet, and the Turkish Airlines Lounge stands out with a live cooking station and a library. The Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in Terminal 4 is a stylish space with a cocktail bar and à la carte dining, available to Upper Class passengers and Delta One flyers.", "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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Premium cabins and higher fare classes typically offer more generous allowances."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Quito?", "answer": "Flights from New York City to Quito typically offer Economy and flat-bed Business class, with Premium Economy available on select airlines."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins often permit same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy usually does not."}}}}