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      "code": "MDE",
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      "city": "Medellín",
      "fullCity": "Medellín, Colombia",
      "airport": "Medellin Jose Maria Cordova"
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      "code": "CTG",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cartagena",
      "fullCity": "Cartagena, Colombia",
      "airport": "Rafael Nuñez Intl Airport"
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      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "The flight from Medellín to Cartagena is about 300 miles and typically takes 1 hour 11 minutes nonstop. In the return direction, flights average 1 hour 15 minutes, making the Cartagena-to-Medellín leg slightly longer. Avianca, JetSMART, Wingo, and Air Transat all 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 Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of direct flights from Medellín to Cartagena. Four airlines — Avianca (AV), JetSMART Colombia (JA), Wingo (P5), and Arajet (TS) — operate nonstop service, with Avianca and JetSMART running daily and Wingo also daily; Arajet flies on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Combined they offer over 200 weekly nonstops, with flights spread throughout the day from early morning through late evening, including a daily red-eye on Avianca.",
        "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 Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Taxis are the most used and fastest option from Cartagena's Rafael Núñez International Airport to the city center, with a short 10–15 minute ride to the historic walled city or Bocagrande. Rideshare services like Uber are available but face legal restrictions, so they're less reliable than official airport taxis. Car rentals are offered at the airport, but driving in the city can be challenging due to traffic and narrow streets. There is no direct mass transit link; public buses exist but are not well-suited for visitors with luggage. For most travelers, the fixed-rate airport taxi is the simplest and quickest choice.",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Yes, Avianca operates nonstop red-eye flights from Medellín to Cartagena with 10 weekly departures, leaving daily around 9:40 PM and 10:00 PM. These flights are short, so they arrive the same night — not the next morning.",
        "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 Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Avianca, JetSMART Colombia, Wingo, and Air Transat operate nonstop flights from Medellín to Cartagena. Avianca offers the most frequent service, with 120 weekly flights, followed by JetSMART Colombia at 96 per week. Wingo runs 18 weekly flights, and Air Transat provides 3 flights per week on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Specific median fares are not listed in the available data.",
        "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 Medellín and Cartagena?",
        "answer": "As a domestic Colombian route, Medellín to Cartagena is typically served by direct flights. Connections are rarely needed, but if required, Bogotá is the primary hub, offering frequent connections and efficient transfers."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "December to April offers the driest, sunniest weather and fewer crowds than the busy holiday weeks."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within Colombia, bring your cédula de ciudadanía or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates like yellow fever if applicable."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Cartagena has only one commercial airport, Rafael Núñez International, located about 5 km north of the historic walled city and Bocagrande."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova from the city center?",
        "answer": "José María Córdova Airport is about 20 km southeast of Medellín, roughly a 30‑minute drive. Taxis and ride‑share are the fastest and most popular options, offering door‑to‑door convenience at a moderate cost. Public buses and shared shuttle vans run from the city center and are cheaper but slower. Driving yourself is possible with parking available at the airport, though it’s the least common choice.",
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      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cartagena airport?",
        "answer": "Cartagena Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. Nearby hotels offer shuttle service for overnight stays, and some passengers sleep in the main terminal on seats that can be pushed together, though mosquitoes have been reported.",
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        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop flight from Medellín to Cartagena is the Airbus A320-100, operated by Avianca and JetSMART. Some flights are operated with an unspecified aircraft type, so the exact model can vary by day and airline. On one-stop itineraries via Bogotá, the long leg is also typically an A320-100 or A319, with the short connecting leg on a mix of A319 and A320 variants. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these domestic Colombian routes, though the specific offerings depend on the carrier and individual 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.",
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      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Star Alliance serves the Medellín–Cartagena route via Avianca, while JetSMART, Wingo, and Air Transat — all of which also fly this route nonstop — belong to no 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 Medellín?",
        "answer": "At José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) you have several comfortable lounge options. The Lounge Medellin has two locations: one in the domestic terminal and one in the international terminal, both open 24 hours and accessible via Priority Pass, with complimentary premium food, drinks, Wi‑Fi, and day beds (domestic) or showers and a children’s room (international). Harmony Lounge also has a domestic and an international branch, each operating 6:00 AM–9:00 PM and earning strong traveler ratings. All lounges welcome passengers through lounge membership programs or by paying at the door; access is generally limited to four hours.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes checked bags, while standard fares typically include one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
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      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Medellín to Cartagena?",
        "answer": "Flights from Medellín to Cartagena are short domestic hops, so you'll typically find only Economy seating. Premium Economy and flat-bed Business are not common on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not."
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