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    "Key": "CTS-KMQ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CTS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Sapporo",
      "fullCity": "Sapporo, Japan",
      "airport": "New Chitose Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "KMQ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Komatsu",
      "fullCity": "Komatsu, Japan",
      "airport": "Komatsu Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "The flight from Sapporo to Komatsu is about 520 miles and typically takes 1 hour and 35 minutes nonstop. The return leg is also 1 hour and 35 minutes, so there is 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 Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "All Nippon Airways (ANA) flies non‑stop from Sapporo to Komatsu, with three daily departures at 11:55, 14:35, and 14:50 — service runs every day of the week. The flight takes about 95 minutes. No red‑eye non‑stop exists, but a connecting overnight option via Tokyo Haneda on JAL (departing Sapporo at 21:10) is available with a long layover.",
        "methodology": "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. 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. 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 Komatsu?",
        "answer": "Komatsu Airport is about 4.2 km from Komatsu Station, so the most direct and common option is a bus that connects to the station and onward to Kanazawa; it's also the most used. Taxis are available and fast—the ride to central Komatsu takes only a few minutes—but they're pricier. There is no rail link at the airport itself, and ride-share services like Uber are extremely limited in this region. Car rental counters exist if you prefer to drive, though most travelers rely on the bus.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu%20Airport",
            "title": "Komatsu Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-25T08:33:54Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu_Airport",
            "title": "Komatsu Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-17T20:07:59Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu,_Ishikawa",
            "title": "Komatsu, Ishikawa",
            "time_published": "2026-03-31T13:51:07Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince%20Komatsu%20Akihito",
            "title": "Prince Komatsu Akihito",
            "time_published": "2026-04-24T09:30:07Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yohei%20Komatsu%20%28runner%29",
            "title": "Yohei Komatsu (runner)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-11T04:04:54Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eyes operate from Sapporo (CTS) to Komatsu (KMQ), but connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight are available. On a representative day, Japan Airlines offers a red‑eye connection via Tokyo Haneda (HND): the overnight leg departs CTS at 21:10 and arrives HND at 22:55 the same night, then connects to Komatsu after an 8‑hour‑15‑minute layover.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "All Nippon Airways (ANA) operates non‑stop flights from Sapporo to Komatsu with 21 weekly departures, flying daily at mid‑day times. No other airlines offer non‑stop service on this route, though connecting itineraries may be available through other carriers.",
        "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 Sapporo and Komatsu?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities are Tokyo (Haneda or Narita) and Osaka (Itami or Kansai), which provide frequent domestic connections and efficient transfers, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "April to May and October to November offer mild temperatures, cherry blossoms or autumn foliage, and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "Since this is a domestic flight within Japan, you only need a valid Japanese national ID or passport; no visa or travel authorization is required. Bring a payment method for baggage fees if applicable, and carry any required vaccination certificates, though none are currently mandated for domestic travel."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Komatsu?",
        "answer": "Komatsu has a single airport, Komatsu Airport, located about 4 km from the city center, serving domestic and limited international flights."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to New Chitose Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The most popular and fastest way to reach New Chitose Airport from central Sapporo is by JR train on the Chitose Line, with rapid 'Airport' services running frequently and taking about 37–40 minutes. Airport shuttle buses also connect major hotels and Sapporo Station directly to the terminals, offering a convenient alternative with door-to-door service. Taxis and ride‑share are available but costly for the roughly 50‑kilometer trip, while driving and parking at the airport is an option with both short‑ and long‑term lots. For most travelers, the train is the best balance of speed, frequency, and cost.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.hokkaido-airports.com/en/portom-hall/info-topic/newcts-to-chitose.html",
            "title": "新千歳空港から千歳駅・福住駅へのバスでの行き方。大雪時の移動手段 | 新千歳空港ポルトムホール",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-25T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.hokkaido-airports.com/en/new-chitose/access/bus/",
            "title": "Bus-Transportation｜New Chitose Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-10T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chitose%20Line",
            "title": "Chitose Line",
            "time_published": "2026-01-21T15:08:17Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chitose%2C%20Hokkaido",
            "title": "Chitose, Hokkaido",
            "time_published": "2026-04-02T02:40:28Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.hokkaido-airports.com/en/new-chitose/service/information/info-center/",
            "title": "Information Center-Services｜New Chitose Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-10T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Sapporo and Komatsu airports?",
        "answer": "At New Chitose Airport (CTS), wheelchair rentals are available free of charge at the comprehensive information desks in both the domestic and international terminals, and the airport provides accessible toilets, elevators, multipurpose seats, a calm-down room for travelers with developmental disorders or autism, and a dedicated assistance dog toilet. Komatsu Airport (KMQ) has a single passenger terminal with basic accessibility features, though specific mobility assistance or children's play areas are not detailed in public sources; passengers requiring assistance at either airport should contact their airline or the airport information desk at least 48 hours before travel to arrange services.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.hokkaido-airports.com/en/new-chitose/access/taxi/",
            "title": "Taxi-Transportation｜New Chitose Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-10T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.hokkaido-airports.com/en/new-chitose/contact/",
            "title": "Contact Us | New Chitose Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-09-10T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New%20Chitose%20Airport",
            "title": "New Chitose Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-14T09:53:15Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Chitose_Airport_Station",
            "title": "New Chitose Airport Station",
            "time_published": "2026-07-03T06:18:45Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.hokkaido-airports.com/en/new-chitose/access/rentacar/",
            "title": "Rental Cars / Car Sharing - Transportation｜New Chitose Airport",
            "time_published": "2024-04-29T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu%20Airport",
            "title": "Komatsu Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-25T08:33:54Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KMQ",
            "title": "KMQ",
            "time_published": "2019-12-29T03:22:17Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuabang%20Airport",
            "title": "Kuabang Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-12-12T03:06:50Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moranbah%20Airport",
            "title": "Moranbah Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-08-26T03:33:56Z"
          }
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Sapporo (CTS) to Komatsu (KMQ). The most common connecting aircraft on the long leg is the Airbus A350-900, typically via Tokyo Haneda on Japan Airlines, with a Boeing 737-800 on the shorter leg. Other long-leg types include the Airbus A320-100, Boeing 737-800, and Airbus A321-200 Neo, usually connecting through Tokyo Narita or Haneda. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these routes.",
        "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 Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "ANA (All Nippon Airways), a Star Alliance member, is the sole airline operating nonstop between Sapporo (CTS) and Komatsu (KMQ). No other alliances have a carrier on this route; Oneworld and SkyTeam may serve it via connections, but no specific member is listed in the current schedule.",
        "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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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Sapporo?",
        "answer": "At New Chitose Airport (CTS), departing passengers on domestic flights can access the Super Lounge and Super Lounge Annex on the 3rd and 4th floors of the Domestic Terminal, both open 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM. Entry costs ¥1,500 (soft drinks included) or is free for holders of many Japanese gold credit cards, and features include a smoking room, Wi-Fi, a business area with wired LAN, and paid alcohol and snacks. In the International Terminal, the Cafe Sky Library is accessible from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM for eligible American Express Platinum Card members, offering a relaxed space with a library-like atmosphere. No airline-branded lounges such as JAL Sakura Lounge or ANA Lounge are confirmed at this airport, and independent networks like Priority Pass do not currently list a lounge.",
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            "title": "New Chitose Airport CTS Lounges - CTS Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the operating airline and fare. Basic fares may exclude checked luggage, while standard fares typically include one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium fares offer higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Sapporo to Komatsu?",
        "answer": "Flights from Sapporo to Komatsu typically offer Economy class only, as the route is operated by narrow‑body aircraft without Premium Economy or flat‑bed Business seating."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare type; higher fare classes and premium cabins typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares generally do not."
      }
    }
  }
}