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      "code": "BOM",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Mumbai",
      "fullCity": "Mumbai, India",
      "airport": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport"
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      "code": "COK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Kochi",
      "fullCity": "Kochi, India",
      "airport": "Cochin Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "Mumbai to Kochi is about 660 miles. The typical nonstop flight takes about 2 hours 0 minutes outbound, with the return leg at around 2 hours 15 minutes — the return direction is slightly longer. Connecting itineraries on this route typically add around 1½ to 3 hours to the total journey time.",
        "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 Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "Yes, three airlines fly nonstop from Mumbai to Kochi: IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), and Akasa Air (QP). All three operate daily, with IndiGo and Air India each offering six flights a day and Akasa Air offering one, for a combined 13 daily nonstops. The flight takes about two hours.",
        "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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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop red‑eye flights from Mumbai to Kochi, but connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight red‑eye are available. IndiGo offers a late‑evening departure from Mumbai to Bengaluru (BLR) at 22:20, arriving in Bengaluru at 00:20, with a long layover before a connecting flight to Kochi; another IndiGo option departs Mumbai at 21:30 and lands in Bengaluru at 23:25. Air India also operates a red‑eye from Mumbai to Bengaluru departing at 22:10 and arriving at 00:05, connecting to an Air India Express flight to Kochi.",
        "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 Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air operate nonstop from Mumbai to Kochi. IndiGo and Air India each offer about 41 weekly flights, while Akasa Air runs around 8 per week. Specific median fares aren't available in the schedule data, but all three carriers fly daily with multiple departures throughout the day.",
        "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 Mumbai and Kochi?",
        "answer": "Common layovers for Mumbai to Kochi flights include Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. These hubs offer frequent connections, short layover times, and efficient domestic transfers, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Kochi?",
        "answer": "October to February offers pleasant temperatures, low humidity, and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within India, bring a valid government-issued photo ID such as an Aadhaar card, passport, or driver's license. No visa or travel authorization is needed, and vaccination certificates are not required. Carry a payment method for any baggage fees."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Kochi?",
        "answer": "Kochi has only one airport, Cochin International Airport (COK), which is about 25 km northeast of the city centre and well-connected by road and metro."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Mumbai you can reach Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport by suburban train to Vile Parle (for Terminal 1) or Andheri (for Terminal 2), then a short auto‑rickshaw or bus ride; BEST bus routes 312 and 321 serve the terminals from those stations. Metered taxis and app‑based cabs like Uber and Ola offer door‑to‑door convenience and are the most popular choice, while the new Metro line 3 now stops directly at the T2 and T1 stations for a fast, traffic‑free option. Driving and parking are available via the six‑lane elevated road from the Western Express Highway, with multi‑level car parks at both terminals. The Metro is typically fastest, but a taxi or ride‑share is the easiest door‑to‑door option.",
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            "url": "https://airport-suppliers.com/airport/chhatrapati-shivaji-maharaj-international-airport",
            "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - Airport Suppliers",
            "time_published": "2025-08-21T08:29:33Z"
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            "url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/en/airport-facilities/transport",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=1343053771&oldid=1340819388&title=Chhatrapati_Shivaji_Maharaj_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-16T11:49:22Z"
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            "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai | Ministry of Civil Aviation",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Kochi airport?",
        "answer": "Cochin International Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods in either terminal, but five guest rooms are available to rent in the domestic terminal (T1) and several nearby hotels offer free shuttle service. The airport is open 24 hours and seating consists of padded armchairs, though they cannot be fully reclined for sleep.",
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/cochin-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Cochin Airport Guide (COK) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "title": "Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Kochi Hotels",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-06T00:00:00Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "On the Mumbai–Kochi route, the most common aircraft are the Airbus A321-100, the Airbus A320-200 Neo, and Boeing 737s, operated by IndiGo, Air India, and Air India Express respectively. A few flights also use the Airbus A320-100, and some aircraft types are not publicly specified but likely include additional narrow-body jets. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these single-aisle types dominate the nonstop service.",
        "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 Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Mumbai to Kochi are operated by IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air. Of these, only Air India is a member of a global alliance — it belongs to Star Alliance — while IndiGo and Akasa Air are unaffiliated with any major alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connecting itineraries, but no SkyTeam or oneworld carrier flies nonstop.",
        "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 Mumbai?",
        "answer": "Departing from Mumbai’s Terminal 2, the Adani Lounge East in the international departures area is the primary airline-branded lounge, accessible to business- and first-class passengers as well as select elite status holders. The Travel Club Lounge, available in both Terminals 1 and 2 (domestic and international), is a widely known independent option open via Priority Pass, lounge membership programs, or day-pass purchase, offering buffet dining, Wi‑Fi, and shower facilities. The Aviserv Lounges (East and West) in Terminal 2 also welcome Priority Pass and other membership holders with buffet spreads, workstations, and television. Note that the Centurion Lounge in Terminal 2 Domestic and the Oasis Lounge in Terminal 1B are currently listed as temporarily closed.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-in/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOM",
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/india/chhatrapati-shivaji-international",
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/airport-guides/mumbai-chattrapathi-shivaji/t-2",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "On domestic India flights like Mumbai to Kochi, baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare type. Basic or Lite fares may not include checked baggage, while standard economy usually includes 15 kg checked and one carry‑on. Check your specific ticket for exact allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Mumbai to Kochi?",
        "answer": "Flights from Mumbai to Kochi typically offer Economy and Business class, with flat‑bed seats uncommon on this domestic route. Premium Economy is generally not available."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy rarely does."
      }
    }
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