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    "Key": "DEN-IND",
    "orig": {
      "code": "DEN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Denver",
      "fullCity": "Denver, Colorado",
      "airport": "Denver Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "IND",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Indianapolis",
      "fullCity": "Indianapolis, Indiana",
      "airport": "Indianapolis Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "The flight from Denver to Indianapolis is about 970 miles and typically takes 2 hours 25 minutes nonstop. On the return, the typical flight time is 2 hours 45 minutes, about 20 minutes longer 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.",
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      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Yes, Southwest, United, and Frontier all fly nonstop from Denver to Indianapolis, with daily service on each carrier. Southwest operates the most flights at up to 117 per week, while United offers 26 and Frontier runs 13 weekly.",
        "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": [
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is about 7 miles southwest of downtown. Taxis, ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, and rental cars are all readily available at the terminal. The IndyGo bus Route 8 provides a direct public transit link to the city center, making it a low-cost option. Ride-share and taxis are the most commonly used for their convenience, with the drive taking roughly 15–20 minutes in normal traffic.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport.guide/kind",
            "title": "Indianapolis Airport (IND) | Terminal maps | Airport guide",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://allairportsworld.net/ap/united-states-of-america/indianapolis-international/",
            "title": "Indianapolis International Airport – United States of America",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indianapolis%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Indianapolis International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T15:34:16Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport.guide/kind/in/grant-co/marion",
            "title": "Airport transfers | Marion, IN - Indianapolis Airport (IND)",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indianapolis_Executive_Airport",
            "title": "Indianapolis Executive Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-20T15:48:19Z"
          }
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Denver to Indianapolis are September, January, and February, with average fares around $251–$258; October is also relatively inexpensive. The most expensive months are June, May, and December, where average fares reach $307–$316, with July and the shoulder months falling in between.",
        "methodology": "This seasonal price baseline is a 365-day daily curve of typical round-trip fares for the route, precomputed monthly in-house from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive (the same data that backs the site), not a third party. For each calendar day we take a representative round-trip fare — a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings — and Gaussian-smooth the series so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise. Thin and international routes are neighbor-filled: the seasonal shape is borrowed from the nearest dense routes (by origin-and-destination great-circle distance) with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings, so a sparse route still shows a plausible curve. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.",
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      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "The best time to book flights from Denver to Indianapolis is roughly 3 to 6 weeks before departure, when fares average about $205. Booking too early (more than 5 months out) can cost $350 or more, while last-minute bookings within two weeks climb back up toward $280–300. Summer and holiday periods shift this window slightly earlier, so aim for 6–8 weeks ahead during those peak times.",
        "methodology": "This booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. It expresses the typical round-trip fare as a function of how many days before departure a trip is booked — from about 180 days out down to the day of departure — aggregating the route's bookings by advance-purchase days and Gaussian-smoothing the curve the same way as the seasonal baseline. From that curve we highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare as the suggested booking window. Thin and international routes are neighbor-filled from the nearest dense routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Yes, Southwest Airlines operates a nonstop red-eye from Denver to Indianapolis, departing at 9:25 PM on Sundays. It's a late short flight departing after 9 PM, so it arrives before 4 AM — specifically, it lands in the early hours of the same night rather than the next morning.",
        "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": [
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Southwest, United, and Frontier all fly nonstop from Denver to Indianapolis. Southwest operates the most flights, with 117 departures per week spread throughout the day, while United and Frontier offer 26 and 13 weekly flights, respectively.",
        "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": [
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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Denver and Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Chicago, Dallas, and Minneapolis, which keep total travel time competitive through frequent flights and efficient hub operations with broad domestic connections."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "On the Denver to Indianapolis route, Frontier is the most reliable for on-time arrivals at 81.3%, followed by United at 78.7% and then Southwest at 67.0%. Cancellation rates are low across the board, with Frontier and United at 0.5% and Southwest at just 0.2%.",
        "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": [
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        ]
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "May, June, September, and early October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer visitors than summer peak."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "For this domestic flight, bring a REAL ID or passport, ensure the name matches your ticket, and carry payment for baggage and any required health documents."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Indianapolis International Airport is the only commercial airport serving the city, located about 11 miles southwest of downtown. It handles all flights for the area with no other passenger airports to consider."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Denver Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Denver, the A Line commuter train is the most popular and often fastest way to reach Denver International Airport, departing from Union Station every 15 minutes and taking about 37 minutes. Public buses, such as the AT route, provide a cheaper alternative along similar corridors but can take over an hour. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, as well as taxis, are readily available and offer door-to-door convenience, though they are more expensive, especially during peak times. Driving and parking at the airport is another option, with various lots ranging from economy to close-in garage parking, but it's generally the costliest choice for extended stays.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.flydenver.com/parking-and-transportation/to-and-from/airport-transit-center/",
            "title": "Airport Transit Center | Denver International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-02-24T17:09:34Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://flydenver.com/connections/",
            "title": "Connections | Denver International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://flydenver.com/apple-touch-icon.png",
            "time_published": "2023-09-14T15:33:21Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automated_Guideway_Transit_System_(Denver_International_Airport)",
            "title": "Automated Guideway Transit System (Denver International Airport)",
            "time_published": "2026-06-01T08:54:40Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denver%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Denver International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:08:23Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/?action=searchForAirport&airportcode=PSR",
            "title": "Federal Aviation Administration",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-17T12:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Indianapolis airport?",
        "answer": "Indianapolis International Airport (IND) does not have any on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. There are no dedicated sleeping or rest zones inside the terminal, though travelers report that staff are generally accommodating to overnight sleepers who rest on couches in the landside areas after security checkpoints close. Several nearby hotels, such as the Delta Hotels Indianapolis Airport and Fairfield Inn, offer complimentary shuttle service and are just a short ride from the terminal.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/indianapolis.htm",
            "title": "Indianapolis Airport Guide (IND) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-29T21:43:06Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/indianapolis-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Indianapolis Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-09-13T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport.guide/kind",
            "title": "Indianapolis Airport (IND) | Terminal maps | Airport guide",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indianapolis%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Indianapolis International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T15:34:16Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/es/en-us/hotels/indde-delta-hotels-indianapolis-airport/overview/",
            "title": "Hotels near Indy Airport | Delta Hotels",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/indfa-fairfield-inn-and-suites-indianapolis-airport/experiences/",
            "title": "Hotels Near Indianapolis International Airport | Fairfield Inn",
            "time_published": "2025-09-08T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Indianapolis Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Indianapolis International Airport (IND) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout its single terminal. Information on currency exchange offices and prayer rooms or chapels is not available from the sources consulted.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1358476798&title=Indianapolis_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2003-07-16T21:44:53Z"
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            "url": "https://www.airport.guide/kind",
            "title": "Indianapolis Airport (IND) | Terminal maps | Airport guide",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indianapolis%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Indianapolis International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T15:34:16Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://allairportsworld.net/ap/united-states-of-america/indianapolis-international/",
            "title": "Indianapolis International Airport – United States of America",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport.guide/kind/in/rush-co/rushville",
            "title": "Airport transfers | Rushville, IN - Indianapolis Airport (IND)",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Denver and Indianapolis airports?",
        "answer": "At Denver International Airport (DEN), passengers can request wheelchair assistance and other disability accommodations by contacting their airline at least 48 hours before departure; the airport also features a 24/7 accessible people mover connecting the terminal and concourses, and service animals are welcome. Indianapolis International Airport (IND) offers accessible facilities including elevators, accessible restrooms, and TTY phones, with wheelchair assistance available through airlines upon advance request. While DEN does not have a dedicated children's play area, IND provides a children's play zone in the main terminal to keep young travelers entertained.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.flydenver.com/traveler_services/accessibility",
            "title": "Accessibility and Mobility | Denver International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-02T20:29:43Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.flydenver.com/event/61719/",
            "title": "| Denver International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://www.flydenver.com/apple-touch-icon.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-09T15:14:02Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automated_Guideway_Transit_System_(Denver_International_Airport)",
            "title": "Automated Guideway Transit System (Denver International Airport)",
            "time_published": "2026-06-01T08:54:40Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denver%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Denver International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:08:23Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/?action=searchForAirport&airportcode=PSR",
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            "favicon": "https://www.faa.gov/themes/custom/faa/favicon.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-17T12:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://allairportsworld.net/ap/united-states-of-america/indianapolis-international/",
            "title": "Indianapolis International Airport – United States of America",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport.guide/kind",
            "title": "Indianapolis Airport (IND) | Terminal maps | Airport guide",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1358476798&title=Indianapolis_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2003-07-16T21:44:53Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indianapolis%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Indianapolis International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T15:34:16Z"
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            "url": "https://www.airport.guide/kind/weather",
            "title": "Indianapolis Airport (IND) Weather 04/20/2026",
            "time_published": "2026-04-20T00:00:00Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flights from Denver to Indianapolis are most often operated with Boeing 737-800s by Southwest and United, along with some Boeing 737-900s on United and occasional unspecified types from Frontier and Southwest. On connecting itineraries, the long legs typically use Boeing 737-800s or 737 MAX 8s via hubs like Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago O'Hare, or Austin, though the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available across these aircraft, but the specific amenities depend on the carrier and the individual plane.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "The three airlines flying nonstop from Denver to Indianapolis are Southwest, United, and Frontier. United is a Star Alliance member, while Southwest and Frontier are both unaffiliated with any global alliance — Southwest operates independently and Frontier is a low-cost carrier with no alliance membership. Other alliances (oneworld and SkyTeam) may serve the route via connections, but no member airline of those alliances operates 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": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Denver?",
        "answer": "At Denver International Airport, you'll find a Delta Sky Club in the Main Terminal, Concourse A (center core, 4th floor), accessible up to 3 hours before departure with same-day Delta or partner boarding pass, Delta Sky Club membership, or select Amex cards. It features premium food, beer and wine, Wi‑Fi, printers, and TVs. The Centurion Lounge is in Concourse C, available to Amex Platinum and Centurion cardholders, with hot meals, a full bar, and workspaces. Both lounges offer non‑smoking environments and flight monitors.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DEN",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Denver International Airport | Amex GB",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.flydenver.com/",
            "title": "Denver International Airport | DEN",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-02T21:34:27Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://flydenver.com/at-the-airport",
            "title": "Exciting Things to Do at Denver International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-02-18T15:39:31Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/DEN/Delta-Sky-Club-Main-Terminal-Concourse-A-IgRTEiZDls/",
            "title": "Delta Sky Club at Denver International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-03-18T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://carsandstays.delta.com/Denver-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-Denver-International-Airport.h23533743.Hotel-Information?categorySearch=any_option&chkin=2026-07-06&chkout=2026-07-07&destType=MARKET&destination=Denver%2C+CO%2C+United+States+of+America+%28DEN-All+Airports%29&latLong=39.74483000000001%2C-104.94829500000002&pwa_ts=1782175590171&referrerUrl=aHR0cHM6Ly9jYXJzYW5kc3RheXMuZGVsdGEuY29tL0hvdGVsLVNlYXJjaA%3D%3D&regionId=6139084&rfrr=HSR&rm1=a2&searchId=b9103c12-38ab-46f5-86a7-f3447411bdbe&selectedRatePlan=383244565&selectedRoomType=218717901&sort=RECOMMENDED&top_cur=USD&top_dp=126&useRewards=false&x_pwa=1",
            "title": "Sleep Inn & Suites Denver International Airport",
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        ]
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy is restrictive, typically excluding a checked bag but allowing a carry‑on. Standard economy often includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer more."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Denver to Indianapolis?",
        "answer": "Flights from Denver to Indianapolis typically offer only Economy class, with no Premium Economy or flat-bed Business options on this short domestic route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
      }
    }
  }
}