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    "Key": "BNE-CNS",
    "orig": {
      "code": "BNE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Brisbane",
      "fullCity": "Brisbane, Australia",
      "airport": "Brisbane Intl Airport"
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      "code": "CNS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cairns",
      "fullCity": "Cairns, Australia",
      "airport": "Cairns Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "The flight from Brisbane to Cairns covers about 860 miles and takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes nonstop, with the return leg typically about 2 hours and 15 minutes, a difference of roughly 15 minutes due to prevailing winds. Multiple daily flights are available on Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas.",
        "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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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are scheduled from Brisbane to Cairns — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg were found.",
        "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 Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar all operate nonstop flights from Brisbane to Cairns. Qantas offers around 76 weekly flights, Virgin Australia about 71, and Jetstar approximately 50, with daily service across all three carriers. Specific per‑carrier fares aren't available here, but the route is well‑served by these airlines.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Brisbane and Cairns?",
        "answer": "This is a domestic Australian route with many non‑stop flights. Connections are rarely needed, but if you choose one, common layovers are Sydney and Townsville, which offer efficient transfers and keep total travel time reasonable."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cairns?",
        "answer": "April to September offers dry, mild weather with lower humidity and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "For domestic Australian flights, bring a valid photo ID such as a driver's license or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required health or vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cairns?",
        "answer": "Cairns has only one airport, which serves all flights to the city and is located about 7 km north of the central business district."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Brisbane Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The Airtrain is the fastest and most popular option, connecting Brisbane’s city center to both the domestic and international terminals in about 20 minutes. Ride-share services, taxis, and shuttle buses are also readily available, with taxis and ride-shares offering door-to-door convenience at a higher cost. Driving and parking on-site is straightforward, with several parking options near the terminals, though it’s the most expensive choice for longer trips.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane%20Airport%20%28suburb%29",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport (suburb)",
            "time_published": "2026-02-19T04:54:53Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2015-04-07T15:53:21Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brisbane%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-26T05:25:56Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_line,_Brisbane",
            "title": "Airport line, Brisbane",
            "time_published": "2026-07-03T02:05:13Z"
          }
        ],
        "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."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cairns airport?",
        "answer": "Cairns Airport has no on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals; the airport closes overnight and all passengers are evicted. Nearby hotels are available but require a shuttle or short taxi ride—none are directly connected or walkable from the terminals. For uninterrupted sleep, you'll need to book a room off-airport.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/cairns-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Cairns Airport Guide (CNS) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-08T19:05:42Z"
          },
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/oceania/cairns.htm",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-22T17:28:19Z"
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            "title": "Cairns Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T06:58:31Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/oceania/australia/queensland/cairns-&-the-tropical-north/activities/cairns_airport_private_transfer_door_to_door_to_from_city_hotels-XXIDKN",
            "title": "Cairns Airport Private Transfer: Door-to-Door to/from City Hotels",
            "time_published": "2026-01-09T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Cairns hotels to Cairns Airport(CNS) - Departure Private Transfer",
            "time_published": "2026-03-02T00:00:00Z"
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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."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Cairns Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Cairns Airport offers free Wi‑Fi throughout both domestic and international terminals, with the SSID 'Cairns Airport Free Wi‑Fi'. The airport does not have dedicated prayer rooms or chapels, but quiet areas are available for personal reflection. Currency exchange services are provided by Travelex in the international terminal arrivals area.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T06:58:31Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairns%20railway%20station",
            "title": "Cairns railway station",
            "time_published": "2024-12-05T01:28:28Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairns_Convention_Centre",
            "title": "Cairns Convention Centre",
            "time_published": "2026-02-11T08:48:06Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairns%20Tropical%20Zoo",
            "title": "Cairns Tropical Zoo",
            "time_published": "2023-09-21T13:21:30Z"
          }
        ],
        "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 Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "The Boeing 737-800 is the most common aircraft on nonstop flights from Brisbane to Cairns, flown by both Virgin Australia and Qantas, with Qantas also operating the Embraer 190 and Jetstar using the Airbus A320-100. Virgin Australia fields the Boeing 737 MAX 8 on some services as well. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and connecting itineraries via Sydney, Melbourne, or Townsville may involve Airbus A320-family jets, Boeing 737s, or smaller regional types like the De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400.",
        "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": [
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "Qantas (QF), a Oneworld member, flies nonstop from Brisbane to Cairns alongside Virgin Australia (VA) and Jetstar (JQ), neither of which belongs to a global alliance.",
        "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 Brisbane?",
        "answer": "Brisbane Airport's Domestic Terminal houses the Virgin Australia Lounge near Gate 41, accessible with a same-day Virgin Australia domestic boarding pass for American Express Platinum, Velocity Platinum, or eligible Velocity Business cardholders, plus one guest on the same flight; amenities include a buffet by chef Luke Mangan, showers, Wi‑Fi, and business services. The Qantas Club Lounge on Departure Level 1 offers showers, dining, a family zone, and Wi‑Fi, with entry for Qantas Club members, oneworld elites, or day pass holders. In the International Terminal, the Plaza Premium Lounge operates from 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM, welcoming Priority Pass and Amex Platinum members as well as walk‑in guests, with an exclusive, quiet space and a restaurant voucher option during limited morning hours.",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/australia/brisbane",
            "title": "Brisbane Airport BNE Lounges - BNE Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-nz/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BNE",
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            "title": "Brisbane Airport BNE Lounges - BNE Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-au/articles/life-with-amex/travel/airport-lounges/brisbane",
            "title": "Lounges with Amex at Brisbane Airport | AMEX AU",
            "time_published": "2025-09-14T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://qantas.com/au/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-guides/brisbane-international-airport-guide.html",
            "title": "Brisbane international airport guide | Qantas",
            "time_published": "2025-09-29T02:01:55Z"
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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 Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "This domestic route has no international baggage standards. Allowance depends on airline and fare type: basic fares often exclude checked bags, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Check your specific fare for details."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Brisbane to Cairns?",
        "answer": "On Brisbane to Cairns flights, you'll typically find Economy and Business class, though Business seats are usually standard recliners rather than flat-beds; Premium Economy is not common on this domestic route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible tickets and higher cabins generally allow same-day changes or standby, while the cheapest fares typically do not."
      }
    }
  }
}