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    "Key": "DUB-EDI",
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      "code": "DUB",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Dublin",
      "fullCity": "Dublin, Ireland",
      "airport": "Dublin Airport"
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    "dest": {
      "code": "EDI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Edinburgh",
      "fullCity": "Edinburgh, Scotland",
      "airport": "Edinburgh Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "The flight from Dublin to Edinburgh covers about 210 miles and typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes. The return journey is about the same length, so there's no meaningful difference between directions.",
        "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 Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct flights from Dublin to Edinburgh. Aer Lingus flies the route daily with up to nine departures a day, while Ryanair and Ryanair UK offer additional non‑stop service on select days — Ryanair operates Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and Ryanair UK flies Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. The flight takes about 65 minutes.",
        "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 Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh Airport is about 8 miles west of the city centre, with the tram and Airlink 100 express bus as the primary public transit options. Both run frequently and take around 30 minutes, with the tram offering a direct, reliable route and the bus providing a slightly cheaper alternative. Taxis are also available, taking about 20–25 minutes and costing roughly £25–30 to the centre. Ride share and car rentals are available, but mass transit is the most popular choice for its balance of cost and convenience. The tram is often considered the most-used option for its speed and direct connection.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/transport.php",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport Transport",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/?day=tomorrow",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)",
            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.flightpedia.org/airports/edinburgh-airport.html",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Edinburgh",
            "title": "Transport in Edinburgh",
            "time_published": "2026-03-31T07:01:05Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Edinburgh",
            "title": "Transport in Edinburgh",
            "time_published": "2026-06-10T16:35:17Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from Dublin to Edinburgh — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg are available 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 Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Aer Lingus, Ryanair, and Ryanair UK operate nonstop flights from Dublin to Edinburgh. Aer Lingus runs up to 61 weekly flights with a typical median fare around $233, while Ryanair offers about 12 weekly flights on select days and Ryanair UK adds 4 weekly flights. Fares on Ryanair and Ryanair UK aren't listed, but they tend to be competitive low-cost options.",
        "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 Dublin and Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include London, Manchester, and Birmingham, which offer efficient transfers and keep total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "May to June and September offer mild, drier weather and fewer tourists than peak summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid passport or national ID card; no visa is required for EU/EEA citizens, but check if you need a UK ETA. Have a payment method for bags and proof of onward travel if asked."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh has only one airport, Edinburgh Airport, located about 8 miles west of the city centre with tram, bus and taxi connections."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Dublin Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Dublin city center, you can take a bus like Aircoach or Dublin Bus routes 16 and 41, which take about 40 minutes and are the most popular budget option. Taxis are faster at roughly 26 minutes and offer door-to-door convenience but cost more. There’s no direct train link, so you’d need a bus or taxi to connect to the rail stations. Driving is possible with on-site parking, and ride-share services also operate at the airport.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
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            "url": "https://www.dublin-airport.net/?tp=0",
            "title": "Dublin Airport (DUB)",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.dublin-airport.net/",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dublin%20Airport",
            "title": "Dublin Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-24T10:05:46Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dublin_Airport_bombing",
            "title": "Dublin Airport bombing",
            "time_published": "2025-09-15T00:01:35Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.dublin-airport.net/transport.php",
            "title": "Dublin Airport Transportation",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Edinburgh airport?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal, but several nearby hotels are connected by shuttle or within walking distance. The airport operates a single terminal, and while overnight sleeping is allowed in public areas with some armrest-free benches near baggage claim and quieter gates, the terminal can be bright and noisy. For uninterrupted rest, nearby hotels like the Hampton by Hilton and Holiday Inn Express offer shuttle service or are a short walk away.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/edinburgh-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-09-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-edinburgh-airport.htm",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport Guide – Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-01-27T15:08:50Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/europe/united-kingdom/scotland/edinburgh/activities/private_one_way_transfer_edinburgh_airport_to_edinburgh-XI1GZ1",
            "title": "Private One way Transfer Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh",
            "time_published": "2026-02-28T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/europe/united-kingdom/scotland/edinburgh/activities/private_one_way_transfer_from_edinburgh_to_edinburgh_airport-XXC7BE?property=EDICY",
            "title": "Private One-Way Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/?day=tomorrow",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI)",
            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/europe/united-kingdom/scotland/edinburgh/activities/edinburgh_airport_edi_to_edinburgh_accommodation_round_trip_private_transfer-XGXT4Y?property=EDIEU",
            "title": "Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edinburgh Accommodation - Round-Trip Private Transfer",
            "time_published": "2026-03-11T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Edinburgh Airport?",
        "answer": "Edinburgh Airport offers currency exchange services within its single terminal. A multi-faith prayer room is available for passengers and visitors. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the terminal, with no time limit on usage.",
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            "url": "https://www.airport-edinburgh.com/?day=tomorrow",
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            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Edinburgh Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-05T22:58:51Z"
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            "url": "http://www.flightpedia.org/airports/edinburgh-airport.html",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-22T20:09:12Z"
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "The nonstop flights from Dublin to Edinburgh are operated by Aer Lingus and British Airways using ATR turboprop aircraft (listed as Aerospatiale in the schedule data), which are the most common type on this route. One-stop connections, typically via London Heathrow, London City, Amsterdam, or Paris, use a mix of narrowbody jets including the Airbus A320 family, Embraer 190, Boeing 737-800, and Airbus A220-200. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but the ATR dominates the nonstop service while Airbuses and Embraers are typical on connecting itineraries.",
        "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 Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "The nonstop carriers from Dublin to Edinburgh — Aer Lingus, Ryanair, and Ryanair UK — do not belong to any global airline alliance. Alliance-based itineraries on this route would require a connection, typically via a hub served by a member of oneworld, Star Alliance, or SkyTeam.",
        "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 Dublin?",
        "answer": "Dublin Airport offers a few lounge options across its two terminals. In Terminal 1, the T1 Lounge is open daily from 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with entry from €26 and access via Priority Pass, and it provides showers, Wi‑Fi, and refreshments including alcohol. Between terminals, the East Lounge operates split hours (5:00 AM–1:30 PM and 5:30 PM–8:30 PM) with similar amenities, though prices are available on arrival. In Terminal 2, the Liffey Lounge (accessible with Priority Pass or an Amex Platinum Card) and the T2 Lounge (open 5:00 AM–7:00 PM) both offer showers, Wi‑Fi, and complimentary drinks.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.dublin-airport.net/lounges.php",
            "title": "Dublin Airport Lounges (DUB)",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/airport-guides/dublin-international/terminal-1",
            "title": "Dublin International DUB Terminal 1 - Lounges and info. | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/de-de/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DUB",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Dublin Airport | Amex DE",
            "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare. Basic economy often excludes a checked bag, while standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares provide greater allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Dublin to Edinburgh?",
        "answer": "On the short hop from Dublin to Edinburgh, you'll typically find only Economy class, as flights are operated by regional aircraft or narrow-body jets without Premium Economy or flat-bed Business."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and business‑class tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
    }
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