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      "code": "CLO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cali",
      "fullCity": "Cali, Colombia",
      "airport": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport"
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      "code": "MIA",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Miami",
      "fullCity": "Miami, Florida",
      "airport": "Miami Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "A nonstop flight from Cali to Miami covers about 1,560 miles and typically takes 3 hours 58 minutes. The return leg is slightly shorter at 3 hours 53 minutes, a difference of just five minutes, so the flight time is essentially the same in both 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 Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "Yes, American Airlines and Avianca both fly nonstop from Cali (CLO) to Miami (MIA). American operates up to 8 daily departures and Avianca up to 3 daily, with both carriers running daily service. The flight takes about 4 hours on average.",
        "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 Miami?",
        "answer": "From Miami International Airport, the fastest and most-used option is typically a taxi or ride‑share like Uber or Lyft, which take about 15–20 minutes to downtown. The Metrorail Orange Line is a reliable mass‑transit choice, connecting via the free MIA Mover to the airport station and reaching downtown in roughly 15 minutes for $2.25. Tri‑Rail commuter rail also links the airport to the broader region, while Metrobus routes and the City of Miami Trolley offer additional low‑cost connections. Rental cars are readily available at the consolidated Rental Car Center, accessed by the MIA Mover.",
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            "url": "https://news.miami-airport.com/mia-celebrates-colombian-independence-day-with-traditional-dance-performances/",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-21T18:38:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miami%20Intermodal%20Center",
            "title": "Miami Intermodal Center",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T16:27:33Z"
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            "title": "Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF) | Federal Aviation Administration",
            "time_published": "2026-03-10T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "Yes, American Airlines operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Cali to Miami, departing at 11:59 PM. The flight arrives 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 Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "American Airlines and Avianca fly nonstop from Cali to Miami. American offers the most frequent service with 56 weekly flights, while Avianca operates 14 weekly flights. Typical fares on American are around $950, with Avianca typically lower at about $542.",
        "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 Cali and Miami?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Bogotá and Panama City, which offer frequent connections and keep total travel time competitive. Bogotá provides extensive domestic links within Colombia, while Panama City’s Tocumen Airport is a major hub with efficient transfers and visa‑free transit for many nationalities."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Miami?",
        "answer": "December to April offers sunny, mild weather and lower humidity, with fewer crowds outside holidays."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "Bring a valid passport, a 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 Miami?",
        "answer": "Miami International Airport is the only commercial airport in Miami and is the best choice for this route."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Cali, the most practical way to reach Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport is by taxi or ride‑share, which take about 30–40 minutes depending on traffic and are the fastest and most popular options. Shuttle buses also serve the airport, offering a more economical alternative, though they run less frequently and make multiple stops. Driving and parking are possible, with both short‑term and long‑term lots available at the airport, but this is generally less convenient than a taxi for most travelers. Public buses connect the city center to the airport area, but they are slower and less direct, so they are rarely used by visitors with luggage.",
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            "title": "Distance From Simon Bolivar Airport to Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (SMR - CLO Distance)",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Miami airport?",
        "answer": "Miami International Airport offers on-site sleeping facilities with Wait n' Rest sleep rooms located airside in Concourse D (and soon Concourse H), providing private suites with beds and showers for hourly rates starting at $40. Additionally, the nearby Pullman Miami Airport hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to and from the terminals, operating from 4:30 AM to midnight.",
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            "url": "https://all.accor.com/gb/hotel-0889-pullman-miami-airport/index.shtml",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-04T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Miami Airport Hotels - Pullman Miami Hotel - Hotels near MIA - Meetings",
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          },
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/airport-hotels/transit-hotels.htm",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-10T17:38:58Z"
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Miami Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Miami International Airport offers currency exchange services and a non‑denominational chapel, which is located on the first level of Terminal D. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the terminals, and ATMs are also widely accessible. The airport's amenities include a variety of other services such as baggage storage, nursing suites, and spa services.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T12:29:24Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Cali to Miami typically use Airbus A320-100s on Avianca and Boeing 737 MAX 8s on American Airlines. Connecting options via Bogotá, Panama City, or Medellín add Airbus A320 family jets and Boeing 737-700/800/MAX 9s. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and many flights offer Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment.",
        "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 Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "American Airlines (AA) is a member of the oneworld alliance, and Avianca (AV) belongs to Star Alliance — these are the only two carriers flying nonstop between Cali and Miami, so only oneworld and Star Alliance are represented on the route. Other alliances may serve it via connections, but no unaffiliated major carrier operates a nonstop here.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Cali?",
        "answer": "At Cali's Alfonso Bonilla Aragón Airport, the main lounge is the Avianca Sala VIP in the domestic terminal, open from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, offering a quiet space with seating and light refreshments. Access is available to Avianca business class passengers and Star Alliance Gold members, as well as Priority Pass and select Amex Platinum cardholders. The Sala VIP Calima in the international terminal is temporarily closed, so the Avianca lounge is currently the only option for most departing travelers.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare class. Basic economy often excludes a checked bag but includes a carry‑on and personal item. Standard economy typically includes one free checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer more."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cali to Miami?",
        "answer": "Flights from Cali to Miami typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the carrier and fare purchased; flexible and business‑class tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive economy fares typically do not."
      }
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