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    "orig": {
      "code": "MDE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Medellín",
      "fullCity": "Medellín, Colombia",
      "airport": "Medellin Jose Maria Cordova"
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      "code": "FLL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Fort Lauderdale",
      "fullCity": "Fort Lauderdale, Florida",
      "airport": "Hollywood Intl Airport"
    },
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      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "The flight from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale is about 1,410 miles and typically takes 3 hours and 34 minutes nonstop. The return leg is slightly shorter at 3 hours and 30 minutes, a difference of just 4 minutes. Both Avianca and JetBlue operate daily nonstop service 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.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "JetBlue and Avianca both fly nonstop from Medellín (MDE) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). JetBlue operates five daily flights (35 weekly), all departing in the early afternoon, while Avianca runs one daily flight at 1:00 PM. Both carriers serve the route daily, and the flight takes about 3½ hours.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "At Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, you have several ground transportation options to reach the city center. Taxis and ride-share services like Uber and Lyft are readily available at designated pick-up areas outside the terminals. For mass transit, Broward County Transit bus Route 1 stops at the Rental Car Center, and the Tri-Rail commuter train offers a free shuttle from the terminals to its nearby station, connecting to downtown. Car rentals are also available on-site. Ride-share and taxis are the most-used options for their convenience and speed, typically reaching downtown in about 10–15 minutes.",
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            "url": "https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Transportation/Pages/PublicTransportation.aspx",
            "title": "Transportation Public Transportation",
            "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Flights/Pages/DomesticInternationalLocations.aspx",
            "title": "Flights/Airlines Domestic / International Destinations",
            "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Lauderdale%E2%80%93Hollywood_International",
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            "title": "Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport - Wikipedia",
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            "url": "https://www.broward.org/airport/business/about/Pages/CustomerService.aspx",
            "title": "About FLL Contact Us",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights operate from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale — the schedule shows neither nonstop red-eyes nor connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red-eye on this route.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "JetBlue and Avianca operate nonstop from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale. JetBlue offers up to 35 weekly flights with a median fare around $887, while Avianca runs daily service with a typical fare near $538.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Panama City, and Bogotá, which keep total travel time competitive. Miami offers the shortest routing and broad US connections. Panama City provides efficient transfers with Copa Airlines and visa‑free transit for many nationalities. Bogotá serves as a major hub with extensive onward flights to Fort Lauderdale."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "March to May and October to early December offer pleasant temperatures and lower humidity, with fewer tourists than winter peak."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for your entire stay, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "Fort Lauderdale has one commercial airport, Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL). It serves the city directly and is about 5 km south of downtown, convenient for beaches and the cruise port."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Fort Lauderdale airport?",
        "answer": "Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. Nearby hotels such as the Hyatt Place and Hilton Garden Inn are connected by free shuttle, with pick-up points outside each terminal. Passengers may also rest in pre-security areas overnight, though seating has armrests and the terminals are cold.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-13T20:44:46Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T22:30:01Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.broward.org/airport/business/about/Pages/CustomerService.aspx",
            "title": "About FLL Contact Us",
            "time_published": "2026-04-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Hollywood Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) provides free Wi‑Fi throughout all terminals. Information on currency exchange offices and prayer rooms or chapels is not detailed in the available airport amenities data.",
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            "url": "https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/pages/terminals.aspx",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flights from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale typically use the Airbus A320-100, operated by Avianca and JetBlue. On connecting itineraries, the long leg is also most often an A320-100 (via Bogotá, Cali, Barranquilla, or other Avianca hubs), while the short connecting leg may be an A320-100, A319, or A320neo with Avianca, or a Boeing 737-800 with Copa via Panama. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and most flights offer Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment.",
        "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 Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale are operated by JetBlue (B6) and Avianca (AV). Avianca is a Star Alliance member, while JetBlue belongs to no global alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no specific carriers outside these two operate 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.",
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Medellín?",
        "answer": "When departing from Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport (MDE), you'll find several independent lounges. The Lounge Medellin operates two locations: one in the domestic terminal (near Gate 1, third floor) and one in the international terminal (near Gates 10-11, second floor). Both are accessible via Priority Pass, select credit cards, or by paying at the door, and they offer premium food, spirits, Wi‑Fi, and flight monitors; the international lounge also has showers and a children's room. Harmony Lounge also has a domestic and an international branch, each open 6:00 AM–9:00 PM and similarly available through lounge membership programs or day passes. No airline-branded lounges (such as Avianca or LATAM) operate at MDE.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "On Medellín–Fort Lauderdale flights, baggage rules vary by airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes checked bags, while standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale?",
        "answer": "Flights from Medellín to Fort Lauderdale usually offer Economy class; Premium Economy is uncommon and flat‑bed Business is available on select airlines."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets may allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
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