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    "Key": "GDL-PSC",
    "orig": {
      "code": "GDL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Guadalajara",
      "fullCity": "Guadalajara, Jalisco",
      "airport": "Guadalajara Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "PSC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Pasco",
      "fullCity": "Pasco, Washington",
      "airport": "Tri Cities Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "No nonstop flights are scheduled between Guadalajara and Pasco, so the trip requires at least one connection. The airports are about 1,990 miles apart, and a typical one-stop journey takes roughly 7 to 9 hours total, depending on the layover. Reliability data for the route is not available.",
        "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 Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop flights between Guadalajara (GDL) and Pasco (PSC). The shortest connecting itineraries route through Phoenix (PHX) on American Airlines or Los Angeles (LAX) on Alaska Airlines, with total travel times around 8 to 9 hours including the layover. American via Phoenix is the most common one-stop pattern, with two flights found on a representative day.",
        "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. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Guadalajara to Pasco bottom out around $342 in late January, making late winter the cheapest stretch to fly. The cheapest months overall are September ($347 average), January ($354), and October ($354). The most expensive period is late December, when average fares climb to about $460.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "seasonal_prices"
        ]
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "For flights from Guadalajara to Pasco, the best fares are found when booking 4-6 weeks before departure, with the absolute lowest price around 35 days out at about $288. Booking more than 90 days ahead tends to push prices above $340, and last-minute bookings within two weeks average $323 or more. Summer and holiday periods typically require booking even earlier, often 6-8 weeks ahead, to lock in lower fares before demand spikes.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "No overnight or red-eye flights are available from Guadalajara (GDL) to Pasco (PSC). Neither nonstop red-eyes nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg operate 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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Guadalajara and Pasco?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Dallas/Fort Worth, Phoenix, Los Angeles and San Francisco, which offer broad connections and efficient transfers while keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Pasco?",
        "answer": "May, June, and September offer mild temperatures and lower tourist numbers before and after the summer peak."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your 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 Pasco?",
        "answer": "Pasco has only one airport, Tri‑Cities Airport, which serves the region and is the sole option for flights into the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Guadalajara Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Guadalajara to GDL Airport, you can take a taxi or ride‑share for a quick and comfortable trip, or use the public bus for a budget‑friendly option. Pre‑booked private shuttles and sedans are also available and provide a reliable, fixed‑rate transfer. Driving yourself is possible with on‑site short‑term and long‑term parking. Taxis and ride‑shares are the fastest and most popular, while the bus is the cheapest.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://theguadalajaraairport.com",
            "title": "Guadalajara Airport (GDL) | Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2025-10-04T01:10:35Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2025-10-05T02:04:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baj%C3%ADo%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Bajío International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:09:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20Aerom%C3%A9xico%20destinations",
            "title": "List of Aeroméxico destinations",
            "time_published": "2026-03-21T06:20:16Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://theguadalajaraairport.com/information/",
            "title": "Airport Info | Guadalajara Airport (GDL)",
            "time_published": "2025-09-27T01:20:43Z"
          }
        ],
        "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 Pasco airport?",
        "answer": "Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) in Pasco does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods within the terminal. The closest hotel is the Courtyard by Marriott Pasco Tri-Cities Airport, which offers a complimentary shuttle and is located at 2101 W. Argent Road. No other hotels are directly connected to the airport, but several are a short drive away in Pasco.",
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-Cities_Airport_(Washington)",
            "title": "Tri-Cities Airport (Washington)",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T00:18:18Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/psccp-courtyard-pasco-tri-cities-airport/overview/",
            "title": "Courtyard Pasco Tri-Cities Airport - Hotel With Free PSC Shuttle",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-Cities_Airport",
            "title": "Tri-Cities Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-03-25T19:54:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://marriott.com/en-us/hotels/psccp-courtyard-pasco-tri-cities-airport/dining",
            "title": "Restaurants & Dining | Courtyard by Marriott Pasco Tri-Cities Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/sandiego.htm",
            "title": "San Diego Airport Guide (SAN) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-29T21:56:08Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-Cities_Regional_Airport",
            "title": "Tri-Cities Regional Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T11:11:09Z"
          }
        ],
        "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 Tri Cities Airport?",
        "answer": "Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal, so you can stay connected after arriving from Guadalajara. There are no currency exchange offices or prayer rooms at this small regional airport, so plan to exchange money before departure or use an ATM in town, and note that no dedicated quiet space for prayer is available on site.",
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-Cities_Airport_(Washington)",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-06T00:18:18Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-Cities_Airport",
            "title": "Tri-Cities Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-03-25T19:54:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-Cities%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2025-03-25T19:54:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KPSC",
            "title": "KPSC",
            "time_published": "2018-04-15T11:46:42Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-Cities_Regional_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."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "No nonstop service exists between Guadalajara and Pasco. On connecting itineraries, the most common long-leg aircraft are the Embraer 175 (via Phoenix on American) and the Boeing 737 MAX 8 (via Los Angeles on Alaska), with the shorter second leg also typically flown by an Embraer 175. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these regional and narrowbody types are typical for this route. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these aircraft, though the specific offerings depend on the operating carrier and aircraft configuration.",
        "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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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Guadalajara?",
        "answer": "At Guadalajara Airport (GDL), Terminal 1 houses a VIP Lounge (with both national and international sections) accessible via Priority Pass or Lounge Key, offering Wi-Fi, premium food, drinks, showers, conference rooms, and a game room, with day passes available for $30. There is also a Salon Premier Aeromexico lounge opposite gate 11, open 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily, which admits SkyTeam Elite Plus members, Aeromexico business class passengers, and certain Aeromexico credit card holders, with day passes for $53. Both lounges provide a comfortable pre-flight experience with snacks, alcohol, and workspaces.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/EOH/The-Lounge-Medellin-Regional-Domestic-Terminal-7hEGFyX5Z9/?inav=en_us_menu_travel_travel_services_airport_lounge_access_by_card",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/mexico/guadalajara-international-miguel-hidalgo-y-costilla-intl/gdl3-vip-lounge-east",
            "title": "VIP Lounge (East) GDL AIRPORT Terminal 1 Guadalajara Miguel Hidalgo Intl | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BGA/The-Lounge-Main-Terminal-eHgPOVystM/?hub=in_benefits_related_pages_why_american_express",
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            "url": "https://theguadalajaraairport.com/airport-lounges/",
            "title": "Guadalajara Airport Lounges | VIP Airport Lounges at GDL",
            "time_published": "2024-08-10T15:15:52Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/mexico/guadalajara-miguel-hidalgo-int/gdl-aeromexico---salon-premier-guadalajara",
            "title": "Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport GDL Lounges - GDL Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
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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 Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "Allowance depends on airline and fare. Basic economy often excludes a checked bag; standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins allow more."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Guadalajara to Pasco?",
        "answer": "On this multi‑stop domestic‑international route, you’ll generally find only Economy seating, with no Premium Economy or flat‑bed Business offered."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy fares typically do not."
      }
    }
  }
}