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      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Medellín",
      "fullCity": "Medellín, Colombia",
      "airport": "Medellin Jose Maria Cordova"
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      "code": "JFK",
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      "city": "New York City",
      "fullCity": "New York City, New York",
      "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flight from Medellín to New York City is about 2,380 miles and typically takes 5 hours and 40 minutes. The return leg is slightly shorter at 5 hours and 25 minutes 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 Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "Avianca flies nonstop from Medellín (MDE) to New York JFK, with service every day of the week. There are up to 25 weekly flights, typically departing at 4:55 PM, 8:00 PM, 10:40 PM, and 11:00 PM, and the flight takes about 5 hours 40 minutes. Avianca is the only airline operating this nonstop 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.",
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      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in New York City?",
        "answer": "From JFK, you can reach Manhattan by taxi (flat-rate ~$70 plus tolls/tip), ride-share (Uber/Lyft), or the AirTrain combined with the subway or Long Island Rail Road. The AirTrain-to-subway option is the most-used and cheapest at about $11.15, while the LIRR is faster to Penn Station or Grand Central but costs more. Taxis and ride-shares offer door-to-door convenience but can be slow in traffic. Helicopter service to Manhattan is also available for a premium.",
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            "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions",
            "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z"
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      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Medellín to New York City are September and October, with average fares around $338–342, followed by January at $363. December is the most expensive month at $435 on average, with July and June also pricey at $422 and $405.",
        "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.",
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      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "For Medellín to New York City, the best fares are typically found by booking 4–6 weeks before departure, with the cheapest single-day price around 30 days out at $315. Booking much earlier (e.g. 160 days ahead) can cost $440 or more, and summer or holiday periods tend to push the optimal window slightly earlier as prices rise and availability tightens.",
        "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. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "Yes, Avianca operates nonstop red‑eye flights from Medellín to New York JFK, with 14 weekly departures daily at 22:40 and 23:00. These depart late evening and arrive 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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      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Medellín and New York City?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Miami, Panama City, Bogotá and Fort Lauderdale, which offer broad connections and efficient transfers."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to New York City?",
        "answer": "April to June and September to early November offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists than summer or the holiday season."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, payment for baggage fees, and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in New York City?",
        "answer": "JFK is the primary international gateway and a major hub for long‑haul flights, with extensive connections to Manhattan. LaGuardia is closer to Midtown but handles mostly domestic and short‑haul services. Newark Liberty, though in New Jersey, is often used for New York; it offers international and domestic flights and is convenient for Lower Manhattan."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova from the city center?",
        "answer": "José María Córdova Airport is about 20 km southeast of Medellín, a 30-minute drive via the tunnel. The most popular and direct option is a taxi or ride‑share, which is moderately priced. Shared airport shuttle buses and colectivos are cheaper but less frequent, while driving yourself is possible with both short‑term and long‑term parking available. Public buses run from the city center but are the slowest and least convenient.",
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            "title": "List of the busiest airports in Colombia",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New York City airport?",
        "answer": "JFK Airport has the TWA Hotel, a retro-style on-site hotel connected to Terminal 5 via the Saarinen Wing, offering day rooms and overnight stays. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods inside the terminals. Several nearby hotels like the Crowne Plaza and Hampton Inn offer free shuttle service from the airport.",
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/newyorkjfk.htm",
            "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-03-09T16:06:27Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "The nonstop service from Medellín to New York JFK is operated by Avianca using the Airbus A320-100. Connecting itineraries most often route through Bogotá on Avianca with the Airbus A320-200 Neo on the long leg, or through Miami and Houston on American and United respectively with the Boeing 737 MAX 8. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi plus seatback entertainment are widely available on these flights.",
        "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 New York City?",
        "answer": "Star Alliance serves this route nonstop through its member Avianca, which operates daily flights from Medellín to New York JFK. Other alliances may offer connecting itineraries, but Avianca is the only carrier with nonstop service.",
        "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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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Medellín?",
        "answer": "At José María Córdova International Airport in Medellín, departing passengers can access two independent lounges: The Lounge Medellin in the domestic terminal and The Lounge Medellin International in the international terminal. Both are part of the Priority Pass network and accept eligible cardholders, with day passes likely available for purchase. The domestic lounge offers premium food, spirits, beer and wine, conference rooms (charges apply), Wi‑Fi, TVs, flight monitors, internet terminals, and complimentary day beds, with a maximum stay of four hours; the international lounge adds showers, conference rooms, and a children’s room. Additionally, Harmony Lounge operates separate domestic and international locations, though details on access and amenities are more limited.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "On Medellín–New York flights, baggage rules depend on the airline and fare class. Basic Economy tickets are restrictive and often exclude checked baggage. Standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Medellín to New York City?",
        "answer": "Flights from Medellín to New York City typically offer Economy and flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon and First class is not typically available."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often permit same‑day changes or standby for a fee, while restrictive economy fares rarely allow either."
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