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    "Key": "ATL-SJO",
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      "city": "Atlanta",
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      "city": "San José",
      "fullCity": "San José, Costa Rica",
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "The flight from Atlanta to San José, Costa Rica covers about 1,630 miles and typically takes 3 hours 58 minutes nonstop. The return leg is slightly longer at 4 hours 10 minutes due to prevailing winds. Delta and Frontier operate nonstop service on this route.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come 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). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "Delta and Frontier both fly nonstop from Atlanta to San José. Delta runs daily with multiple departures (roughly 53 weekly flights), while Frontier flies three times a week on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The flight takes about 4 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 San José?",
        "answer": "From Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), licensed taxis — both the standard red ones with yellow triangles and the special orange airport taxis — offer a direct ride to downtown San José, accepting colones and U.S. dollars. The most-used and cheapest option is the public bus, which runs 24 hours and departs roughly every 10 minutes during working hours from a stop at the airport. Ride-share services like Uber also operate, but they may face restrictions or limited pickup areas at the terminal. Several car rental agencies are available on-site, though driving in central San José can be challenging due to traffic and narrow streets. For most travelers, the airport bus is the most popular choice, while a taxi is the fastest and most convenient door-to-door.",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Atlanta to San José bottom out around $295 in early February, with February, September, and October the cheapest months overall at roughly $301–$309 on average. The most expensive stretch is late December, averaging about $389, while June and December are the priciest months at $370 and $369 respectively.",
        "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.",
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      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "For Atlanta to San José, the best fares come when you book 4–6 weeks before departure, with an average price around $252 and the absolute lowest found at 30 days out ($250). Booking much earlier gets expensive — roughly $447 at 180 days — so there's no benefit to locking in far ahead. For summer and holiday travel, prices tend to run higher across the board, so staying inside that 4–6 week window (or slightly earlier for peak dates) still gives the best shot at a good fare.",
        "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "No red-eye flights are available from Atlanta to San José — the published schedule shows no nonstop overnight service, and no connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg were found 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 Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "Delta and Frontier fly nonstop from Atlanta to San José. Delta operates up to 53 weekly flights with daily service, while Frontier runs three flights per week on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Typical median fares are around $12,170 on Delta and $787 on Frontier.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come 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 typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of 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 Atlanta and San José?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Houston, and Panama City, which keep total travel time competitive. Miami offers frequent connections and a short onward flight. Houston provides broad U.S. and Latin American links. Panama City is a major hub with efficient transfers and visa-free transit for many nationalities, often making it a smooth connection point."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San José?",
        "answer": "The best months are December through April, which is the dry season with sunny days and lower humidity, though these are also the busiest. For fewer crowds and still decent weather, consider November or May."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any required visa or health documents like a yellow fever certificate."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in San José?",
        "answer": "San José has one main airport, Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), which serves all commercial flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Hartsfield Jackson Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The fastest and most popular way to reach Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport from downtown is the MARTA Red or Gold rail line, which takes about 20 minutes and costs $2.50. Taxis and ride‑share services offer door‑to‑terminal convenience with a typical trip of 15–25 minutes, while shared‑ride shuttles are a budget‑friendly alternative at around $16.50 per person. Driving yourself is also an option via I‑75/85 South, with various on‑site parking choices available.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://atl.com/ground-transportation",
            "title": "Ground Transportation - The official website of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2025-08-22T21:08:34Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San José airport?",
        "answer": "Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. However, several nearby hotels like the Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall and Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport are located within a mile or two and offer free shuttle service. The airport itself remains open 24 hours, with limited seating and couches in the Alajuela Zone for those who wish to rest landside.",
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            "url": "https://www.hilton.com/en/locations/costa-rica/san-jose/sjo-juan-santamaria-international-airport/",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Atlanta and San José airports?",
        "answer": "At Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, wheelchair assistance is provided directly by your airline — you should contact them at least 48 hours before your flight to reserve. The airport's ADA Office coordinates overall accessibility and a citizen advisory committee helps identify barriers, though specific children's play areas are not detailed. Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José does not list dedicated mobility services or children's facilities in its published information; you should request any needed assistance through your airline well in advance.",
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          {
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            "title": "Civil Rights (ADA & amp; Title VI) - The official website of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://www.atl.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/cropped-HJ_plane_Red-1000-180x180.jpg",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service between Atlanta and San José, so all flights connect. The most common aircraft on the longer leg are the Boeing 737 MAX 8 and the Boeing 737-800, with the Airbus A320 family also appearing on some routings. The shorter connecting leg varies but often uses Boeing 737 variants, Airbus A319/A320, or Embraer 175s depending on the airline and hub.",
        "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 Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "Delta, a SkyTeam member, and Frontier, which belongs to no alliance, fly nonstop from Atlanta to San José. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but SkyTeam is the only alliance with a nonstop presence here.",
        "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 Atlanta?",
        "answer": "Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson airport has an extensive lounge network, anchored by nine Delta Sky Clubs across every concourse, including a flagship 24,500-square-foot location at gate D18 with Southern-inspired food and over 500 seats. Delta Sky Club access is available to business-class passengers, elite Medallion members, and certain American Express cardholders. The Centurion Lounge in Concourse E offers complimentary craft cocktails, a buffet, and a tranquil environment for Platinum Card members. In Concourse F, The Club ATL welcomes Priority Pass and LoungeKey members with a full bar and light meals, while Minute Suites in concourses B, E, and F provide private nap pods and workspaces rentable by the hour. All lounges operate with varying hours, typically from early morning until late evening.",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/atlanta-sky-club-airport-map",
            "title": "Hartsfield Atlanta (ATL) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines",
            "time_published": "2023-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on this route depends on the airline and fare class. Basic Economy tickets are restrictive, often excluding a checked bag, while standard international economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Atlanta to San José?",
        "answer": "On flights from Atlanta to San José, you'll typically find Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon, and First class is not offered on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy does not."
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