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      "code": "CEB",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cebu",
      "fullCity": "Cebu, Philippines",
      "airport": "Mactan Cebu Intl Airport"
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      "code": "TAC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Tacloban",
      "fullCity": "Tacloban, Philippines",
      "airport": "Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "The flight from Cebu to Tacloban is about 95 miles. Nonstop flights typically take 1 hour, with the return leg slightly shorter at around 55 minutes. Cebgo and Philippine Airlines both serve this route daily.",
        "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 Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "Yes, Cebu Pacific (DG) and Philippine Airlines (PR) both fly non‑stop from Cebu to Tacloban daily. Between them there are roughly 11 departures a day, with Cebu Pacific offering eight flights and Philippine Airlines three; the flight takes about 40–60 minutes.",
        "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 Tacloban?",
        "answer": "From Tacloban's Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport, the main options into the city are jeepneys on the Downtown–San Jose–Airport route, jeepneys from Marasbaras and nearby Palo, and an airport taxi service that runs to the Central Bus Terminal, the commercial area, and suburban destinations. Jeepneys are the backbone of public transport in Tacloban and are the most-used option, while the airport taxi is the fastest and most direct door-to-door choice. There is no rail or ride-share service, and car rental is not a common airport option. Overall, the airport is small and close to the city center, so both jeepney and taxi rides are short and inexpensive.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Z._Romualdez_Airport",
            "title": "Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-28T03:13:09Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2006-05-26T01:14:21Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Tacloban",
            "title": "Transportation in Tacloban",
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            "time_published": "2025-11-07T11:30:53Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tacloban",
            "title": "Tacloban",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-17T17:07:11Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from Cebu to Tacloban. One connecting red‑eye itinerary exists: Philippine Airlines (PR) departs CEB at 22:25 and arrives at Manila (MNL) at 23:50 the same night, then connects to a Cebgo (2P) flight to Tacloban after an 11h30m 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.",
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      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "Cebu Pacific (DG) and Philippine Airlines (PR) fly nonstop from Cebu to Tacloban. Cebu Pacific operates up to 28 weekly flights with departures throughout the day, while Philippine Airlines offers 21 weekly flights. No per-carrier fares are available for this route.",
        "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 Cebu and Tacloban?",
        "answer": "Direct flights operate on this short domestic route, so connections are rarely needed. If you choose an indirect itinerary, Manila is the usual domestic transfer point, offering frequent onward flights."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "January to April offers dry and sunny weather with comfortable humidity and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within the Philippines, bring a government‑issued ID such as a driver’s license or passport, and carry a payment method for baggage. No visa, Real ID, or onward travel proof is required; vaccination certificates are generally not needed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Tacloban?",
        "answer": "Tacloban has only one airport, Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport, which serves all flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Mactan Cebu Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Cebu City center, the most direct public option to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is the MyBus service, which runs from SM City Cebu and the Cebu International Port area to the airport. Taxis are widely available with a flag-down rate of PHP40 plus per-kilometer charges, while ride-sharing apps like Grab and MiCab also operate. Driving yourself is possible, though traffic can be heavy, and airport parking is available at the terminals.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan%E2%80%93Cebu_International_Airport",
            "title": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-09-16T00:52:50Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Metro_Cebu",
            "title": "Transportation in Metro Cebu",
            "time_published": "2026-06-15T20:23:35Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan%E2%80%93Cebu%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T02:35:34Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metro_Cebu",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-01T06:09:18Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tacloban airport?",
        "answer": "Tacloban Airport has no directly connected hotel or on-site sleeping facility, and the terminal appears to close overnight, so staying inside is not recommended. There are several nearby hotels that offer shuttle service for a fee, including ZenSuites Hotel Tacloban, Zpad Residences, and Ironwood Hotel, all within roughly 1.4 to 1.8 miles of the airport.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/tacloban-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Tacloban Airport Guide (TAC) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-10T05:27:58Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Z._Romualdez_Airport",
            "title": "Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-28T03:13:09Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Tacloban",
            "title": "Transportation in Tacloban",
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            "time_published": "2025-11-07T11:30:53Z"
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            "time_published": "2006-05-26T01:14:21Z"
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport?",
        "answer": "Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport in Tacloban has a single-level passenger terminal with expanded pre-departure seating, but specific details on currency exchange offices, prayer rooms, or free Wi‑Fi are not part of the airport’s published facility information. The terminal underwent expansion and renovation following Typhoon Haiyan, with a new terminal building under construction, though no designated prayer room or chapel is documented. Ground transportation options like jeepneys and airport taxis are available for reaching the city.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Z._Romualdez_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-28T03:13:09Z"
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            "time_published": "2006-05-26T01:14:21Z"
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            "title": "Transportation in Tacloban",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2025-11-07T11:30:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airports_by_IATA_code:_T",
            "title": "List of airports by IATA code: T",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-08-24T12:14:40Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Cebu and Tacloban airports?",
        "answer": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport (CEB) provides standard accessibility services including wheelchair assistance and designated facilities for travelers with disabilities, which can be arranged through your airline at least 48 hours before departure. Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC) has a porters' assistance desk in the arrival area but no dedicated children's play areas are listed at either airport. For mobility assistance at either airport, contact your airline or the airport authority in advance to confirm specific programs.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan%E2%80%93Cebu_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-16T00:52:50Z"
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            "title": "Mactan–Cebu International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T02:35:34Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cebu_Strait",
            "title": "Cebu Strait",
            "time_published": "2026-07-25T04:38:26Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Z._Romualdez_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-28T03:13:09Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Tacloban_school_shooting",
            "title": "2026 Tacloban school shooting",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-18T12:44:10Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "Cebu Pacific flies ATR 72 turboprops on the Cebu to Tacloban route, while Philippine Airlines uses De Havilland Dash 8 family aircraft. Cebu Pacific operates the route more frequently. No other aircraft types are listed for this route.",
        "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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      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "The nonstop Cebu–Tacloban route is flown by Cebgo (DG, part of the Cebu Pacific group) and Philippine Airlines (PR). Neither carrier belongs to a global airline alliance — Philippine Airlines has codeshare partnerships but is not a Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or oneworld member, and Cebu Pacific/Cebgo is also unaligned. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no alliance member operates it 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 Cebu?",
        "answer": "When departing from Cebu, the Plaza Premium Lounge is available in both terminals, with the Terminal 1 domestic location offering comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, TVs, flight monitors, premium food, beer and wine, and shower facilities at an additional cost. The Terminal 2 international lounge is a tranquil space with fast Wi-Fi, chargers and power plugs at every seat, comfortable chairs, excellent food, and shower facilities at an additional cost. Both lounges admit children under 2 free with an adult and require those under 18 to be accompanied by an adult.",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/ja-JP/lounges/philippines/cebu-mactan-intl",
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CEB/Plaza-Premium-Lounge-Terminal-2-International-uDrEflY2Pw/",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mactan%E2%80%93Cebu%20International%20Airport",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on this domestic route depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets may not include a checked bag, while standard economy often includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares provide higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cebu to Tacloban?",
        "answer": "Flights from Cebu to Tacloban are typically operated by turboprop aircraft with a single Economy cabin. Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business are not available on this short domestic route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets may permit same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares typically do not."
      }
    }
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