{
  "response": {
    "Key": "DTT-SAN",
    "orig": {
      "code": "DTT",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Detroit",
      "fullCity": "Detroit, Michigan",
      "airport": "Detroit Metro Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "SAN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Diego",
      "fullCity": "San Diego, California",
      "airport": "San Diego Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flight from Detroit to San Diego covers about 1,950 miles and typically takes 4 hours and 46 minutes. The return leg is slightly shorter at 4 hours and 27 minutes.",
        "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 Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "Yes, Delta flies non‑stop from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego daily, with up to 48 weekly flights across eight departure times throughout the day. The typical flight time is about 4 hours 46 minutes westbound and roughly 4 hours 27 minutes on the return. Delta is currently the only airline offering non‑stop 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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_airlines",
          "flight_schedule"
        ]
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in San Diego?",
        "answer": "From San Diego International Airport, the fastest way downtown is typically a taxi or ride‑share like Uber and Lyft, getting you to the city center in about 10–15 minutes. The airport’s Rental Car Center offers a wide range of vehicles from major providers, and shuttles connect terminals to parking lots and nearby locations. Public transit is available via bus and the San Diego Trolley, though wait times can be 15–60 minutes for buses and 7–30 minutes for trolleys. Ride‑sharing is the most popular choice among travelers for its balance of speed and convenience, while taxis are readily available for a direct, metered ride.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.san.org/",
            "title": "San Diego International Airport | SAN.org",
            "favicon": "https://www.san.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/faviconArtboard-1.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-15T20:42:55Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://san.org/Flights",
            "title": "Arrivals - Check Flight Status | San Diego International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://cdn-iledcni.nitrocdn.com/MENtWJRLkriAtmpQmYbUxvjofqTlAYUZ/assets/images/optimized/rev-3854d1f/www.san.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/faviconArtboard-1.png",
            "time_published": "2026-05-12T02:59:40Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streets_and_highways_of_San_Diego",
            "title": "Transportation in San Diego - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2026-02-27T03:32:46Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_San_Diego",
            "title": "Transportation in San Diego",
            "time_published": "2026-02-27T03:32:46Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://flysanantonio.com/nonstop_destinations/san-diego-ca/",
            "title": "San Diego, CA - San Antonio International Airport",
            "time_published": "2015-12-15T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Detroit to San Diego are January, September, and October, with average fares around $352–$368, while December, March, and July are the most expensive, averaging $402–$445. August is also part of the low season with fares near $370, and the shoulder months of February, November, May, and June fall 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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "seasonal_prices"
        ]
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "For Detroit to San Diego, the best fares are found when booking 3-6 weeks before departure, averaging $288, with the single cheapest day to book being about 25 days out at $283. Booking too early can cost more — 180 days ahead averages $528 — and prices also rise again inside two weeks. For summer and holiday periods, you should extend that window to roughly 2-3 months ahead, since peak demand pushes the lowest fares earlier than the typical 3-6 week range.",
        "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": [
          "booking_timing"
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Detroit to San Diego. However, a connecting red‑eye itinerary is available: the overnight leg is ORD→SAN on American Airlines, departing Chicago O'Hare at 21:30 and arriving in San Diego at 23:47 the same night, with a connection at O'Hare and a layover of about 4 hours 32 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 Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "Delta flies nonstop from Detroit to San Diego with 48 weekly flights, departing daily at various times throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening. No per-carrier fares are available for 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": [
          "route_airlines"
        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Detroit and San Diego?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities for flights from Detroit to San Diego include Denver, Chicago, Dallas, and Minneapolis. These hubs offer broad connections and efficient transfers, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "Delta operates nonstop from Detroit to San Diego with an on-time departure rate of 83.3% and a cancellation rate of 0.6%.",
        "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"
        ]
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San Diego?",
        "answer": "March through May and September through November offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "Bring a Real ID, passport, or compliant driver's license, a payment method for baggage, and any required health documents for this domestic flight."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in San Diego?",
        "answer": "San Diego International Airport is the only commercial airport serving the city, located just three miles from downtown."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Detroit Metro Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Detroit, the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) bus offers a direct and popular connection to both terminals at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), with frequent service from early morning to late evening. Ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft, as well as taxis, are readily available and provide door‑to‑door convenience, though they cost more than the bus. Driving yourself and parking on‑site is another option, with a range of lots and garages at the airport. The DAX bus is typically the most affordable choice, while ride‑share or a taxi is the fastest.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/dtw/other-ground-transportation/public-transportation",
            "title": "Public Transportation | Wayne County Airport Authority",
            "favicon": "https://metroairport.com/themes/custom/wcaa/images/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png"
          },
          {
            "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 San Diego airport?",
        "answer": "San Diego International Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. For a proper rest, several nearby hotels offer free shuttle service for guests; these are located just outside the airport and require a short shuttle ride.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/san-diego-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "San Diego Airport Guide (SAN) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-08-06T08:49:44Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/sandiego.htm",
            "title": "San Diego Airport Guide (SAN) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-29T21:56:08Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.san.org/parking-transportation/taxis",
            "title": "Travel Tips: Before You Go | San Diego International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-10-10T18:09:11Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://san.org/Flights",
            "title": "Arrivals - Check Flight Status | San Diego International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://cdn-iledcni.nitrocdn.com/MENtWJRLkriAtmpQmYbUxvjofqTlAYUZ/assets/images/optimized/rev-3854d1f/www.san.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/faviconArtboard-1.png",
            "time_published": "2026-05-12T02:59:40Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San%20Diego%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "San Diego International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T18:34:10Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.san.org/to-from/Rental-Cars",
            "title": "Rental Car Center - SAN Airport Ground Transportation",
            "favicon": "https://cdn-iledcni.nitrocdn.com/MENtWJRLkriAtmpQmYbUxvjofqTlAYUZ/assets/images/optimized/rev-309fb20/www.san.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/faviconArtboard-1.png",
            "time_published": "2025-07-11T21:19:17Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at San Diego Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers free, fast Wi-Fi with two-hour sessions (simply reconnect for additional time) under the network name #SANfreewifi, available on departure and arrival levels in Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and the Rental Car Center. The airport provides post-security nursing rooms in both terminals (across from Gate 117 in Terminal 1 and near Gate 46 in Terminal 2) that can serve as quiet spaces, though no dedicated prayer room or chapel is mentioned in the available information. Currency exchange offices are not listed among the airport's services and facilities.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.san.org/media-resources/new-terminal-1-opens-at-san-diego-international-airport/",
            "title": "New Terminal 1 Opens at San Diego International Airport - SAN Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-10-02T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.san.org/services-and-facilities/",
            "title": "Services and Facilities - SAN Airport",
            "favicon": "https://cdn-iledcni.nitrocdn.com/MENtWJRLkriAtmpQmYbUxvjofqTlAYUZ/assets/images/optimized/rev-e74dbd5/www.san.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/faviconArtboard-1.png",
            "time_published": "2025-07-11T21:33:11Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Diego_International_Airport",
            "title": "San Diego International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-18T11:44:51Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation%20in%20San%20Diego",
            "title": "Transportation in San Diego",
            "time_published": "2026-02-27T03:32:46Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://flysanantonio.com/business/about-saas/terminal-development/",
            "title": "Terminal Development - San Antonio International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-10-02T15:50:57Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Detroit and San Diego airports?",
        "answer": "At Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), wheelchair services and mobility assistance are available through your airline, and TSA Cares (855-787-2227) provides security help for travelers with disabilities. The airport has family restrooms in both terminals and a sensory-friendly tunnel with a pause button. San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers wheelchair assistance via airlines, the TSA Cares helpline (request at least 72 hours ahead), and the SAN Assist program for non-visible disabilities, with travel guides available daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. if booked three business days in advance. Familiarization tours can be requested two to three weeks ahead, and both terminals have family restrooms.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/at-dtw/getting-around/accessibility-additional-assistance",
            "title": "Accessibility & Additional Assistance | Wayne County Airport Authority",
            "favicon": "https://metroairport.com/themes/custom/wcaa/images/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png"
          },
          {
            "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.san.org/accessibility/",
            "title": "Accessibility - SAN Airport",
            "favicon": "https://cdn-iledcni.nitrocdn.com/MENtWJRLkriAtmpQmYbUxvjofqTlAYUZ/assets/images/optimized/rev-e74dbd5/www.san.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/faviconArtboard-1.png",
            "time_published": "2025-07-11T21:31:52Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.san.org/media-resources/san-diego-international-airport-launches-san-assist-program-to-support-travelers-with-non-visible-disabilities/",
            "title": "San Diego International Airport Launches SAN Assist Program to Support Travelers with Non-Visible Disabilities - SAN Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-02-25T00:38:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Diego_International_Airport",
            "title": "San Diego International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-18T11:44:51Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://flysanantonio.com/home/at-the-airport/accessibility/",
            "title": "Accessibility - San Antonio International Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-10-18T21:07:58Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San%20Diego%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "San Diego International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T18:34:10Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Detroit to San Diego, so travelers connect through hubs like Denver, Chicago O'Hare, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Baltimore. On the longer leg, Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 737-800 appear most often, with 737 MAX 9, 737-900, and Airbus A321neo also seen; the shorter leg typically uses 737 variants, Embraer 175, or Airbus A320-family aircraft. The exact aircraft varies by day and airline, but the 737 family dominates this route. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these mainline jets, though specific offerings depend on the carrier and aircraft 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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "route_aircraft"
        ]
      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Detroit?",
        "answer": "Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) offers several lounge options. Delta Air Lines operates five Delta Sky Clubs across the McNamara Terminal (Gates A18, A38, A43, A68, and Concourse C), accessible to Delta One, SkyTeam Premium Cabin passengers, Delta SkyMiles Reserve Cardmembers, and those with an annual membership or a single‑visit pass; each features complimentary snacks, beverages, Wi‑Fi, and ample seating. In the Evans Terminal, the Lufthansa Business Lounge welcomes business‑class travelers, Star Alliance Gold members, and Priority Pass holders, with a full bar, light fare, and shower facilities. The Evans Terminal also houses a Minute Suites location (Priority Pass) offering private nap rooms with daybeds and workstations.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "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",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | Amex TH",
            "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"
          },
          {
            "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 San Diego?",
        "answer": "On domestic routes like Detroit to San Diego, baggage policies vary by airline. Basic economy fares typically exclude a checked bag and may restrict carry‑ons to a personal item only. Standard economy often includes a carry‑on and personal item, but checked bags usually incur a fee unless you hold elite status or a co‑branded credit card."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Detroit to San Diego?",
        "answer": "Flights from Detroit to San Diego typically offer Economy and domestic First class with recliner seats; flat‑bed Business and Premium Economy are uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Eligibility depends on the airline and fare class; flexible and premium tickets generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive economy fares typically do not."
      }
    }
  }
}