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      "code": "BOG",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Bogotá",
      "fullCity": "Bogotá, Colombia",
      "airport": "El Dorado Intl Airport"
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      "code": "CLO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cali",
      "fullCity": "Cali, Colombia",
      "airport": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "The flight from Bogotá to Cali is about 170 miles and typically takes 1 hour and 8 minutes. The return leg is slightly shorter at 1 hour and 4 minutes.",
        "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 Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "Yes, five airlines — Avianca, LATAM, JetSMART Colombia, Wingo, and Clic Air — fly non‑stop from Bogotá to Cali, all operating daily. Together they offer over 500 weekly flights, with departures spread throughout the day from early morning until late evening, and the flight takes about 65–69 minutes. Most flights use Airbus A320 family aircraft.",
        "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. 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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      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Cali?",
        "answer": "From Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO), the most reliable and commonly used option is the official airport taxi service, which takes about 30-40 minutes to reach Cali's city center. Meters are not used; fares are fixed by zone and negotiated at the authorized taxi stand inside the terminal. Ride-share apps like Uber and Cabify operate in Cali but are not permitted to pick up passengers directly at the airport curb, so you must walk a short distance outside the terminal or take a taxi to a nearby meeting point. There is no direct mass transit or train link from CLO to downtown Cali; the local MIO bus system requires a taxi or informal shuttle to the nearest station in Palmira and is rarely used by travelers with luggage. Car rental counters (Hertz, Localiza, etc.) are available in the arrivals hall, but renting is only practical if you plan to explore the region, not just the city center.",
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/alfonso-b-aragon-airport-clo-details.html",
            "title": "Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) Details, Cali, Colombia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-smr-to-clo.html",
            "title": "Distance From Simon Bolivar Airport to Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (SMR - CLO Distance)",
            "time_published": "2026-01-18T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2004-06-10T20:52:17Z"
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights are available nonstop from Bogotá to Cali. Avianca operates up to 42 weekly red‑eyes, departing daily between 9:20 PM and 10:35 PM, while LATAM offers up to 28 weekly red‑eyes, departing daily between 9:05 PM and 11:40 PM. These are short domestic hops — all arrive the same night, typically under an hour after departure.",
        "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 Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "Avianca, LATAM Airlines, JetSMART, Wingo, and EasyFly all operate nonstop flights from Bogotá to Cali. Avianca is the dominant carrier with 256 weekly flights, followed by LATAM at 171, JetSMART at 62, Wingo at 26, and EasyFly at 12. All five airlines fly the route daily.",
        "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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      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cali?",
        "answer": "June to August and December to February are the driest months, with pleasant warm days and fewer rain interruptions."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "For domestic Colombia flights, bring a valid cédula or passport, a payment method for baggage, and check for any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cali?",
        "answer": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport is the sole commercial airport serving Cali."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to El Dorado Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "To reach El Dorado International Airport (BOG) from central Bogotá, you have several practical options: public TransMilenio feeder buses (route K86 or the dedicated airport service) connect downtown to the terminal, while ride-share apps like Uber and Didi plus licensed taxis offer door-to-door convenience and are the most popular choice for travelers with luggage. Driving yourself is possible but parking at the airport is costly and traffic on the Avenida El Dorado corridor can be heavy, so taxis or ride-share are generally the fastest and most reliable during peak hours.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_Dorado_International_Airport",
            "title": "El Dorado International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-11T04:14:54Z"
          },
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            "title": "Bogotá",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-07T00:56:27Z"
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            "time_published": "2003-08-19T01:45:50Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cali airport?",
        "answer": "Cali Airport has no directly connected hotel on-site; the nearest listed option is Hotel Royal Elim International, located 0.4 miles (0.6 km) away, with a complimentary airport shuttle. Sleeping options at the airport itself are limited, and it is unclear whether overnight stays are permitted.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/cali-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Cali Airport Guide (CLO) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-23T19:15:13Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/clopc-city-express-plus-cali-colombia/overview/",
            "title": "City Express Cali Colombia (Official Site)",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/es/es/cali/cloha/hoteldetail",
            "title": "InterContinental Cali | Hotel de lujo en Cali",
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/colombia/cali/activities/private_arrival_or_departure_transfer_alfonso_bonilla_aragón_airport-XWGQOC",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Alfonso Bonilla Aragon Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport has an Avianca Executive Lounge on the top floor of the Domestic Satellite Terminal that offers free Wi-Fi, along with cable TV, a wet bar, snacks, newspapers, and charging ports. Currency exchange offices and prayer rooms or chapels are not present at the airport.",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-10T01:41:44Z"
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/alfonso-b-aragon-airport-clo-details.html",
            "title": "Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) Details, Cali, Colombia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/alfonso-b-aragon-airport-clo-15-day-weather-forecast.html",
            "title": "Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) 15 Day Weather Forecast, Cali Colombia",
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Bogotá and Cali airports?",
        "answer": "Both El Dorado International (BOG) and Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International (CLO) provide mobility assistance and services for travelers with disabilities, including wheelchair support, accessible restrooms, and designated parking. Families will find children's play areas in both terminals, and assistance can be arranged by contacting your airline or the airport at least 48 hours before departure.",
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            "time_published": "2010-09-25T01:26:28Z"
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            "time_published": "2017-02-20T19:21:58Z"
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            "title": "Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO) Details, Cali, Colombia",
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "AVIANCA flies the most departures on this route, using Airbus A320 and Airbus A319 aircraft. LATAM Airlines and JetSMART also operate Airbus A320s, while Wingo uses Boeing 737-800s and EasyFly operates ATR 42-300 turboprops.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types 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). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Bogotá?",
        "answer": "When departing from Bogotá, the best lounge options include The Lounge Bogota for domestic flights, which offers complimentary drinks, air conditioning, a children's play area, and conference rooms. For international departures, El Dorado Lounge provides complimentary beer and wine, Wi-Fi, TVs, and a non-smoking environment, with showers, spa, and cinema available for an additional fee. Avianca Lounge Bogota, Avianca Bogota Gold Lounge, Copa Club, and Harmony Lounge Bogota are also listed among the terminal's lounge experiences.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "Allowances depend on the airline and fare type. This is a domestic route within Colombia; basic fares may not include a checked bag, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Bogotá to Cali?",
        "answer": "Flights from Bogotá to Cali typically offer only Economy class, as it's a short domestic route with no Premium Economy or flat-bed Business options."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium tickets typically offer this option, while basic fares generally do not."
      }
    }
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