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    "Key": "DTT-BNA",
    "orig": {
      "code": "DTT",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Detroit",
      "fullCity": "Detroit, Michigan",
      "airport": "Detroit Metro Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "BNA",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Nashville",
      "fullCity": "Nashville, Tennessee",
      "airport": "Nashville Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "The flight from Detroit to Nashville is about 460 miles and takes about 1 hour 35 minutes nonstop. The return leg is similar, at about 1 hour 40 minutes, so the jet stream has little effect on this short route.",
        "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 Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "Southwest and Delta fly nonstop from Detroit to Nashville. Southwest operates up to 61 weekly flights daily, while Delta offers about 33 weekly flights daily plus a few additional weekend services operated by SkyWest. Together they provide frequent daily nonstop options.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Nashville?",
        "answer": "From Nashville International Airport (BNA), taxis, ride shares, shuttles, buses, and rental cars are all available to reach the city center. The bus (Route 18) is the cheapest public transit option, while taxis and ride shares offer the fastest door-to-door trip, taking about 15 minutes for around $25. Shuttles serve downtown and hotels, and 10 car rental companies operate on-site. Ride share is typically the most-used option for its balance of speed and cost.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/transportation.php",
            "title": "Nashville Airport Transportation",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/bna-departures-airline-southwest-airlines",
            "title": "Southwest Airlines Departures from Nashville Airport (BNA)",
            "time_published": "2024-09-12T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BNA%20Records",
            "title": "BNA Records",
            "time_published": "2025-12-19T01:26:45Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_mobile&title=BNA_Records",
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            "time_published": "2025-12-19T01:26:45Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/shuttle.php",
            "title": "Nashville Airport Shuttle",
            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Nashville, averaging $223, followed by August and September; December is the most expensive at $267, with April and March also pricey. Low season spans January, February, August, and September, while high season falls in May, March, April, and December.",
        "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 Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "For Detroit to Nashville, the best time to book is roughly 4 to 6 weeks before departure, when average fares drop to about $153. Booking around 40 days out tends to be the single cheapest moment, while waiting until the last minute or booking more than three months ahead can cost $200 to $300. Summer and holiday periods shift this window earlier — aim for 6 to 8 weeks out for peak travel dates.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available from Detroit (DTT) to Nashville (BNA). Delta operates a daily red-eye departing at 9:41 PM, and Southwest runs one on Sundays at 9:25 PM. Both depart in the late evening and — given the short flight duration — arrive the same night.",
        "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 Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "Southwest and Delta fly nonstop from Detroit to Nashville, with Southwest operating 61 weekly flights and Delta 38 (including 5 operated by SkyWest). Southwest has departures spread from early morning through late evening, while Delta flights run from mid-morning to late night. Median fares are not listed for these carriers 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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Detroit and Nashville?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Chicago O'Hare, Atlanta, and Charlotte. Chicago offers a geographically logical stop with frequent flights, Atlanta provides Delta's largest hub with extensive connections, and Charlotte serves as a major American Airlines hub with efficient transfers."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "On the Detroit–Nashville route, Southwest arrives on time 84.6% of the time (cancel rate 0.4%), while Delta arrives on time 83.9% of the time (cancel rate 0.6%). Southwest is the most reliable carrier on this route.",
        "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 Nashville?",
        "answer": "April to May and September to October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "Bring a Real ID or passport for domestic travel, ensure it matches your ticket, carry payment for baggage, and verify any current health document needs."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Nashville?",
        "answer": "Nashville International Airport is the sole commercial airport serving the city, located about 8 miles east of downtown. It offers nonstop flights across the U.S. and a few international routes."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Detroit, you can reach Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) via the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) express bus, which runs daily from 3:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. with advance tickets around $6, or SMART’s local bus routes 125, 261, and 280 for a lower-cost option. Ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft, taxis, and driving yourself (with on‑site parking) are also available, with driving taking about 20–30 minutes. The DAX bus is often the most popular public transit choice, while ride‑share or driving is fastest door‑to‑door.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/dtw/other-ground-transportation/public-transportation",
            "title": "Public Transportation | Wayne County Airport Authority",
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          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/about-dtw",
            "title": "About DTW | Wayne County Airport Authority",
            "favicon": "https://metroairport.com/themes/custom/wcaa/images/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T12:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_feb_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes",
            "time_published": "2018-02-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T20:15:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_aug_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Nashville airport?",
        "answer": "Nashville International Airport (BNA) has a Hilton hotel connected directly to the terminal by a covered pedestrian bridge, so no shuttle is needed. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods inside the airport, but several nearby hotels like Courtyard and TownePlace Suites offer complimentary shuttle service for guests.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/nashville-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Nashville Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-06-17T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/nashville-airport-reviews.htm",
            "title": "Nashville   Airport Reviews (BNA) – Sleeping in Airports",
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          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/usa/tennessee/nashville/activities/group_transportation_to_or_from_nashville_airport_bna-XG3D9A?property=BNARN",
            "title": "Group Transportation To Or From Nashville Airport (BNA)",
            "time_published": "2026-02-21T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bnaca-courtyard-nashville-airport/experiences/",
            "title": "BNA hotel near Nashville Zoo | Courtyard Nashville Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-11-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://stories.hilton.com/releases/debut-of-hilton-bna-nashville-airport-terminal-takes-hospitality-to-new-heights",
            "title": "Debut of Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal Takes Hospitality to New Heights | Stories From Hilton",
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            "time_published": "2024-03-08T14:44:54Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bnats-towneplace-suites-nashville-airport/overview/",
            "title": "Nashville Airport Hotel with Full Kitchens and Shuttle | TownePlace Suites Nashville",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Nashville Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Nashville International Airport has currency exchange, a chapel and meditation room, and free Wi‑Fi. The Wi‑Fi is available throughout the terminal by connecting to the “BNA_Free_Wi‑Fi” network. The chapel and meditation room is listed among the airport services, and currency exchange is also provided, though specific terminal locations for these are not detailed. The meditation room and currency exchange are likely located in the main terminal or concourse areas.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/",
            "title": "Nashville Airport (BNA)"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/terminal.php",
            "title": "Terminal Nashville Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Nashville International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-19T23:36:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BNA%20Records",
            "title": "BNA Records",
            "time_published": "2025-12-19T01:26:45Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/concessions.php",
            "title": "Facilities Nashville Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Detroit and Nashville airports?",
        "answer": "At Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), wheelchair assistance is available by contacting your airline directly, and TSA Cares can be reached at (855) 787-2227 for security-related assistance. Both terminals have accessible restrooms, Braille signage, hearing loops, and family restrooms. At Nashville International Airport (BNA), the terminal offers assistance for passengers with special needs, children's play areas, family restrooms, and a USO lounge with a children's area. To arrange mobility services at either airport, request them through your airline at least 48 hours before your flight.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/at-dtw/getting-around/accessibility-additional-assistance",
            "title": "Accessibility & Additional Assistance | Wayne County Airport Authority",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/about-us/contact-us",
            "title": "Contact Us | Wayne County Airport Authority",
            "favicon": "https://metroairport.com/themes/custom/wcaa/images/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_feb_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes",
            "time_published": "2018-02-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_aug_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T20:15:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/",
            "title": "Nashville Airport (BNA)"
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            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/terminal.php",
            "title": "Terminal Nashville Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BNA%20Records",
            "title": "BNA Records",
            "time_published": "2025-12-19T01:26:45Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville%20International%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-19T23:36:04Z"
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            "url": "https://www.nashville-airport.com/concessions.php",
            "title": "Facilities Nashville Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Detroit to Nashville are typically operated with the Boeing 737 MAX 8, and occasionally an unspecified type, both on Southwest Airlines. The exact aircraft can vary by day and by airline, but the MAX 8 is the most commonly scheduled nonstop type. On connecting itineraries, a wider mix appears — including the Airbus A319, Boeing 737-700, Boeing 737-800, Embraer 175, and Canadair Regional Jet, depending on the connecting hub — though the nonstop route itself is predominantly served by the 737 MAX 8. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these aircraft, though specific amenities vary by carrier and configuration.",
        "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 Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Detroit to Nashville are operated by Southwest and Delta. Delta is a SkyTeam member, while Southwest is not part of any global alliance.",
        "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 Detroit?",
        "answer": "At Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), you'll find several Delta Sky Clubs in the McNamara Terminal—specifically at Gates A43, A18, A38, and A68 in Concourse A, plus a main club in Concourse C—accessible to Delta One, SkyTeam premium cabin passengers, and eligible elite members or Amex Platinum cardholders; these clubs offer complimentary snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, and flight monitors. In the Evans Terminal, there's a Lufthansa Business Lounge near Gate D8, open to Lufthansa and Star Alliance business-class passengers, Star Alliance Gold members, and Priority Pass holders, with a restaurant voucher and spa access among its perks.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DTW",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-th/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DTW",
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          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/detroit-metropolitan-wayne-county/dtw8-minute-suites",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport DTW Lounges - DTW Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/detroit-metropolitan-wayne-county/dtw5-lufthansa-business-lounge",
            "title": "Lufthansa Business Lounge DTW AIRPORT Warren C. Evans Terminal Detroit MI Metropolitan Wayne County | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/detroit-sky-club-airport-map",
            "title": "Detroit Metro (DTW) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines",
            "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights like Detroit to Nashville, baggage policies vary by airline and fare. Basic economy often excludes a full-size carry-on and charges for checked bags, while standard economy typically includes a carry-on and personal item, with checked bag fees applying unless you have elite status or a co-branded credit card."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Detroit to Nashville?",
        "answer": "Flights from Detroit to Nashville are short domestic hops with Economy and sometimes extra‑legroom seats, but flat‑bed Business and Premium Economy are not typical."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins often allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy typically does not."
      }
    }
  }
}