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    "Key": "JFK-YMQ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "JFK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "New York City",
      "fullCity": "New York City, New York",
      "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport"
    },
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      "code": "YMQ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Montréal",
      "fullCity": "Montréal, Quebec",
      "airport": "Trudeau Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "The flight from New York JFK to Montréal is about 330 miles and typically takes 1 hour 34 minutes nonstop. In the return direction, the flight takes 1 hour 47 minutes, making the return slightly longer.",
        "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 New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of non‑stop flights from New York City to Montréal—six airlines serve the route daily, with a total of over 300 weekly departures across the three New York airports. Air Canada operates the most, flying from JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark; United, Delta, American, Porter, and Air Transat also run non‑stops. Flights take about 95 minutes, and the median non‑stop fare is around $288, with Porter often the cheapest at about $277.",
        "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. 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. 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.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Montréal?",
        "answer": "From Montréal-Trudeau (YUL), the STM 747 Express Bus is the most-used option, running 24/7 to downtown for a flat fare. Taxis charge a fixed $49.45 to downtown during the day and $56.70 at night. Uber and Lyft are available with designated pickup zones, while car rentals are on-site. The 747 bus is generally the fastest budget-friendly choice, with a future REM light-rail link planned for 2027.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/29089144643357-How-much-does-a-taxi-ride-cost",
            "title": "How much does a taxi ride cost? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-12T15:26:23Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000103337-Ground-Transportation",
            "title": "Ground Transportation – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2019-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montréal–Trudeau_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-15T16:43:15Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/30293241484829-Do-you-offer-an-assistance-between-the-drop-off-zone-and-the-terminal-at-YUL",
            "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
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          }
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Average fares from New York City to Montréal bottom out around $230 in late September, making that the cheapest stretch to fly. October and September are the cheapest months overall, averaging $237 and $242 respectively, while late December is the most expensive period at $313 on average. Peak summer and holiday months like July and December average near $298 and $297.",
        "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 New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "For flights from New York City (JFK) to Montréal, the best fares come when booking 4–6 weeks before departure, with an average price around $212. The cheapest single day to book is 30 days out at $211, while booking very early (160+ days) pushes prices up to about $303. For summer and holiday periods, demand is higher, so aim for the earlier end of that window or even a bit sooner to lock in lower fares.",
        "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 New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are available from New York JFK to Montréal — neither nonstop 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.",
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between New York City and Montréal?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Toronto, Philadelphia and Detroit, which keep total travel time competitive with efficient connections and frequent flights."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Late May through early October offers pleasant temperatures and outdoor festivals, with September being especially mild and less crowded."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid passport and any required Canadian visa or eTA. Carry proof of onward or return travel and a payment method for baggage. Vaccination certificates are not currently required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Montréal?",
        "answer": "Montréal–Trudeau is the main airport, located about 20 km from downtown, serving all major airlines and most international and domestic flights. Montréal–Mirabel is now used only for cargo, so you will fly into Trudeau."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Manhattan, the AirTrain JFK connects to the subway (E, J, Z lines) and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica or Howard Beach stations, offering the most affordable and popular public transit option. Licensed yellow taxis provide a flat-rate, direct ride from anywhere in Manhattan to the airport, while ride-share services like Uber and Lyft offer flexible pricing and designated terminal pickup zones. Shared shuttle vans and private car services are also available, and driving yourself is possible with multiple parking options at the airport. The taxi or ride-share is fastest in light traffic, but the AirTrain/subway combination is the most reliable during peak hours and costs significantly less.",
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            "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services",
            "title": "Ride Share Information - JFK Airport",
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            "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport",
            "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions",
            "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/",
            "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |",
            "time_published": "2015-12-15T15:00:57Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Montréal airport?",
        "answer": "Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods within the terminal. The closest option is the Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel, located at 555 Boulevard McMillan, which offers a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/montreal-trudeau-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Montreal Trudeau Airport Guide (YUL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:16Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/yulsa-sheraton-montreal-airport-hotel/overview/",
            "title": "Hotel Near Montreal-Trudeau Airport | Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel",
            "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360002576638-Is-there-a-baggage-porter-service-at-YUL",
            "title": "Is there a baggage porter service at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
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            "title": "Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL",
            "time_published": "2026-02-27T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/articles/360000864457-Are-there-lockers-at-the-airport",
            "title": "Are there lockers at the airport? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Trudeau Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "At Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL), free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the terminal. A multi‑faith prayer and meditation room is located in the public area before security, on the arrivals level near the baggage carousels. A currency exchange office is also on site, and you can convert money into a prepaid card there.",
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            "title": "Do you offer an assistance between the drop-off zone and the terminal at YUL? – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-12T17:53:20Z"
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            "url": "https://yulsatisfaction.admtl.com/hc/en-ca/categories/360000107258-Airport-Services",
            "title": "Airport Services – Montreal-Trudeau International Airport",
            "time_published": "2019-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop JFK–Montréal route are the Embraer 175 and Canadair Regional Jet 900, followed by the Airbus A220-200, with a few flights operated by De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 turboprops and Embraer 170s. Air Canada flies the majority of the service using these types, and the exact aircraft can vary by day and flight. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on this route, though specific offerings differ by airline and aircraft.",
        "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. 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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      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Air Canada, a Star Alliance member, is the only airline with nonstop service from JFK to Montréal (YUL). One-stop itineraries on this route are also available through other alliances, but for nonstop flights it's Star Alliance only.",
        "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 New York City?",
        "answer": "At JFK, Terminal 1 houses the Air France Lounge (with Clarins spa treatments and showers), Lufthansa Senator and Business Lounges, Primeclass Lounge (buffet dining and bar), Turkish Airlines Lounge, Korean Air KAL Business Class Lounge, and VIP ONE Lounge. Terminal 4 features the Delta Sky Club (two locations in Concourses A and B), the Centurion Lounge, Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways, and the Air India Lounge. Access typically requires a same-day business- or first-class ticket, elite status with the operating airline, or a qualifying credit card like the Amex Platinum or Delta SkyMiles Reserve; many also accept Priority Pass or offer day passes. Notable amenities include Clarins treatments at the Air France Lounge, a covered Sky Deck at the new Delta Sky Club in Concourse A, and craft cocktails and chef-driven dining at the Centurion Lounge.",
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            "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/united-states/new-york-city-sky-club-jfk-airport-map",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "On New York City–Montréal flights, Basic Economy often excludes checked bags; standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances. Always verify with your airline."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Montréal?",
        "answer": "Flights from New York City to Montréal typically offer Economy and standard recliner‑style Business class; flat‑bed Business and Premium Economy are uncommon on this short route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not."
      }
    }
  }
}