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    "orig": {
      "code": "MDE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Medellín",
      "fullCity": "Medellín, Colombia",
      "airport": "Medellin Jose Maria Cordova"
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      "code": "CLO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cali",
      "fullCity": "Cali, Colombia",
      "airport": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "The flight from Medellín to Cali covers about 190 miles. Nonstop flights typically take 1 hour and 6 minutes, while the return leg is about 55 minutes — a small difference driven by prevailing winds.",
        "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct non‑stop flights from Medellín (MDE) to Cali (CLO). Three airlines — Avianca (AV), JetSMART Colombia (JA), and LATAM Colombia (LA) — operate the route daily, with a combined total of roughly 122 weekly flights. Flight time is about an hour heading to Cali and slightly shorter on the return.",
        "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. 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 Cali?",
        "answer": "At Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO), prepaid taxis are the most common and reliable way to reach Cali’s city center, operating 24/7 from both terminals with fixed, upfront fares. Ride‑share services like Uber and Didi are available but must be called to the curb discreetly, as they face regulatory restrictions. There is no direct mass‑transit link; public buses require a transfer in Palmira, making them slow and impractical for most travelers. Car rentals are offered on‑site but are less popular for simple city transfers. For speed and convenience, taxis remain the go‑to choice for the roughly 30‑minute drive into downtown Cali.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/alfonso-b-aragon-airport-clo-details.html",
            "title": "Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) Details, Cali, Colombia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-smr-to-clo.html",
            "title": "Distance From Simon Bolivar Airport to Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (SMR - CLO Distance)",
            "time_published": "2026-01-18T00:00:00Z"
          },
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available from Medellín to Cali. Avianca operates two daily red-eyes departing around 9:25 PM and 9:50 PM, while LATAM runs one red-eye around 9:10 PM most nights. These flights depart late evening; the short flight time means they land the same night, not 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.",
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "Avianca, JetSMART, and LATAM Airlines operate nonstop flights from Medellín to Cali. Avianca offers the most frequent service at 62 weekly flights, followed by JetSMART with 35 and LATAM with 25.",
        "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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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Medellín and Cali?",
        "answer": "Medellín to Cali is a short domestic route with frequent non‑stop flights. Connections are uncommon and would make travel time uncompetitive, so there are no typical layover cities to recommend."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cali?",
        "answer": "July to August and December to January are the driest months, with sunny days and smaller crowds outside major holidays."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within Colombia, bring your cédula de ciudadanía or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates such as yellow fever if applicable."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cali?",
        "answer": "Cali has one commercial airport, Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport, located about 16 km northeast of downtown. It serves domestic and limited international flights, with Avianca, LATAM, and low-cost carriers like Wingo and EasyFly offering regional connections."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cali airport?",
        "answer": "Cali's Alfonso Bonilla Aragón Airport (CLO) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. There are no sleeping facilities within the airport itself, so plan accordingly if you have an overnight layover. However, several nearby hotels offer shuttle service for a fee, including the City Express Plus by Marriott Cali Colombia, located about 20.5 km from the airport.",
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/cali-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Cali Airport Guide (CLO) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/colombia/cali/activities/private_arrival_or_departure_transfer_alfonso_bonilla_arag%C3%B3n_airport-XWGQOC?property=CLOPC",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/casa/bogota.htm",
            "title": "Bogota Airport Guide (BOG) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-30T01:25:48Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/clopc-city-express-plus-cali-colombia/overview/",
            "title": "City Express Cali Colombia (Official Site)",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfonso_Bonilla_Aragón_International_Airport",
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) offers currency exchange offices in the international terminal, and free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the terminal. Prayer rooms or chapels are not specifically mentioned, but a quiet room may be available upon request.",
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/alfonso-b-aragon-airport-clo-details.html",
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/alfonso-b-aragon-airport-clo-15-day-weather-forecast.html",
            "title": "Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) 15 Day Weather Forecast, Cali Colombia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://m.cial.aero/Taxi",
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Medellín and Cali airports?",
        "answer": "At Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) and Cali's Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO), standard accessibility services such as wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, and priority boarding are available; travelers with disabilities or reduced mobility should contact their airline at least 48 hours before departure to arrange specific assistance. While neither airport currently advertises dedicated children's play areas, MDE offers VIP lounges that may provide a quieter space for families, and both terminals have basic amenities like restaurants and shops. For the most current details on facilities and to request assistance, it's best to check directly with your airline or the airport's official website.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/José_María_Córdova_International_Airport",
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/alfonso-b-aragon-airport-clo-details.html",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "On the nonstop route from Medellín to Cali, the most common aircraft is the Airbus A320-100 family, flown by LATAM and Avianca, with some flights operated by JetSMART on unspecified types and by EasyFly on ATR turboprops. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but the A320 dominates the schedule. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these short domestic hops, though specific amenities depend on the carrier.",
        "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 Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "Avianca (Star Alliance), JetSMART (no alliance), and LATAM (no alliance) operate nonstop flights from Medellín to Cali. Only Avianca belongs to a global alliance on this route; JetSMART and LATAM are unaffiliated with any major alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no oneworld or SkyTeam carriers fly 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 Medellín?",
        "answer": "At José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Medellín, there are several lounge options. The Lounge Medellin operates both a domestic and an international location, accessible via Priority Pass, Amex Platinum, or by paying at the door; both offer premium food, drinks, Wi‑Fi, and flight monitors, with a four‑hour stay limit. The international branch additionally has showers and a children’s room. Two Harmony Lounges — Nacional and Internacional — are also available, typically open from 6 AM to 9 PM, with the international lounge offering pre‑booking. No airline‑branded lounges like Avianca Sala VIP or LATAM Lounge are confirmed at this airport.",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/colombia/jose-maria-cordova-international",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "This is a domestic Colombia route, so allowance depends on the airline. Basic fares often exclude checked bags or charge a fee, while standard fares may include one checked bag. Carry‑on is usually included on most fares."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Medellín to Cali?",
        "answer": "On this short domestic route, flights typically offer Economy only; Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business are not common."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby on domestic Colombian routes, while basic fares rarely do."
      }
    }
  }
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