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    "Key": "KMQ-FUK",
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      "code": "KMQ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Komatsu",
      "fullCity": "Komatsu, Japan",
      "airport": "Komatsu Airport"
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      "code": "FUK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Fukuoka",
      "fullCity": "Fukuoka, Japan",
      "airport": "Fukuoka Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "The flight from Komatsu to Fukuoka covers about 390 miles. Nonstop service on ANA takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes, while the return leg is slightly shorter at about 1 hour 25 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 Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "Yes, ANA (NH) flies nonstop from Komatsu (KMQ) to Fukuoka (FUK) five times daily, every day of the week. The flight takes about 95 minutes, with departures at 09:15, 12:10, 13:00, 16:10, and 19:40.",
        "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.",
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      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "The best way from Fukuoka Airport to the city center is the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line, which reaches downtown in about 10 minutes and is the most-used option, with fares from ¥200 to ¥340. From the international terminal, you take a free inter-terminal shuttle bus to the domestic terminal to access the subway, or board a scheduled bus directly to Hakata Station and Tenjin. Taxis and car rentals are available at the airport, but the subway is faster and cheaper for most travelers. Ride-share services are not widely used in Fukuoka; standard taxis and mass transit dominate. The subway is the fastest and most popular choice for reaching central Fukuoka.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Fukuoka-Kitakyushu",
            "title": "Transport in Fukuoka-Kitakyushu",
            "time_published": "2026-07-31T04:20:01Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fukuoka_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T07:28:53Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-08-31T13:46:59Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fukuoka%20Airport",
            "title": "Fukuoka Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T04:29:52Z"
          }
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "No overnight or red-eye flights are available from Komatsu (KMQ) to Fukuoka (FUK) — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg operate on this route.",
        "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 Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "All Nippon Airways (ANA) operates the nonstop route from Komatsu to Fukuoka with 35 weekly flights, departing daily at 09:15, 12:10, 13:00, 16:10, and 19:40. ANA is the sole carrier on this nonstop 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 Komatsu and Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Tokyo (both Haneda and Narita) and Osaka (Itami or Kansai), which offer frequent domestic connections and efficient transfers. Tokyo provides the most flight options, while Osaka often results in shorter total travel time."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "October and November offer mild temperatures and fewer visitors, ideal for exploring comfortably."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "For this domestic flight within Japan, bring a valid government‑issued photo ID such as a Japanese driver’s license, My Number card, or passport. No visa or travel authorization is required. Have a payment method ready for any baggage fees, and carry any vaccination certificates if your airline requires them."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "Fukuoka is served only by Fukuoka Airport, which is very close to downtown and well connected by subway."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Komatsu Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Komatsu, the most direct option is the scheduled airport bus, which takes about 15 minutes from Komatsu Station and about 40 minutes from Kanazawa Station. Public buses are the most popular and cost-effective choice, while taxis offer a faster but pricier door-to-door alternative. Ride-share services are not commonly available in this region, and driving yourself means using the nearby Hokuriku Expressway with parking at the terminal.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu_Airport",
            "title": "Komatsu Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-17T20:07:59Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu_Station",
            "title": "Komatsu Station",
            "time_published": "2026-02-06T18:26:15Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kanazawa_Station",
            "title": "Kanazawa Station",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-09-13T05:45:07Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Fukuoka airport?",
        "answer": "Fukuoka Airport has a short-stay facility inside the terminal called Relaxing Lounge Time, offering nap and shower rooms in the International Terminal Building on the 3rd floor near Gate 56 and in the Domestic Terminal Building on the 1st floor. The airport closes nightly by 10:30 PM and reopens at 6:00 AM, so overnight stays are not permitted inside the terminals. Other hotels are located nearby.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/fukuoka-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Fukuoka Airport Guide (FUK) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-25T13:49:30Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/fukuoka-airport-reviews.htm",
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            "time_published": "2018-11-09T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/fukhs-four-points-flex-fukuoka-hakata/overview/",
            "title": "Fukuoka Japan Hotel | Four Points Flex by Sheraton Fukuoka Hakata",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-04-23T04:29:52Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Fukuoka Airport?",
        "answer": "Fukuoka Airport (FUK) offers free Wi-Fi in both the domestic and international terminals. Currency exchange offices are available in the international terminal, including a bank-operated counter and automated machines. A prayer room (multi-faith) is located in the international terminal on the 3rd floor, near the departure area, and there is also a quiet room in the domestic terminal. The domestic terminal has extensive facilities, but the international terminal is separate and accessible by road or inter-terminal shuttle bus.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-23T04:29:52Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_station_(FUK)",
            "title": "Fukuoka Airport Station - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2026-03-23T00:20:08Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:34:38Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport_Line_(Fukuoka)",
            "title": "Airport Line (Fukuoka)",
            "time_published": "2026-05-23T06:07:30Z"
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        ]
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Komatsu and Fukuoka airports?",
        "answer": "Komatsu Airport (KMQ) provides standard accessibility services including wheelchair assistance and priority boarding for travelers with reduced mobility, which should be requested at least 48 hours in advance through your airline. Fukuoka Airport (FUK) is a larger facility with more extensive accessibility programs, including dedicated assistance counters, accessible restrooms, and children's play areas in the domestic terminal; international terminal passengers can use the inter-terminal shuttle bus. Both airports recommend contacting your airline or the airport information desk ahead of time to arrange specific mobility or disability assistance, as services vary by terminal.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-17T20:07:59Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-04-23T04:29:52Z"
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "All Nippon Airways operates the nonstop flights from Komatsu to Fukuoka using De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft. No other carrier serves this route nonstop.",
        "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 Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "All Nippon Airways (ANA) is the sole airline flying nonstop from Komatsu to Fukuoka, with 35 weekly flights. ANA is a member of Star Alliance, so Star Alliance is the only alliance serving this route nonstop; other alliances (oneworld, SkyTeam) may offer connections but no specific carriers operate 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 Komatsu?",
        "answer": "Komatsu Airport has no listed lounge access for departing passengers. Priority Pass shows no participating lounges at KMQ, and the airport's own passenger facilities do not include a lounge. Travelers departing Komatsu should not expect a dedicated airport lounge before their flight.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komatsu_Airport",
            "title": "Komatsu Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-17T20:07:59Z"
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/zh-CN/lounges/japan/komatsu",
            "title": "小松 (Komatsu)"
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          {
            "url": "https://lufthansa.com/lhg/de/de/dest/cy/komatsu",
            "title": "Flug nach Komatsu (KMQ) buchen | Lufthansa"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "On the Komatsu–Fukuoka route, baggage policies depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy or simple fare options may not include checked baggage, while standard economy typically allows one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Komatsu to Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "On this domestic route, Economy is standard; Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business are not typically offered."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive fares often do not."
      }
    }
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