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    "Key": "PDL-US",
    "orig": {
      "code": "PDL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Ponta Delgada",
      "fullCity": "Ponta Delgada, Azores",
      "airport": "João Paulo II Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "US",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in United States can I fly to from Ponta Delgada?",
        "answer": "From Ponta Delgada you can fly non-stop to Boston and New York JFK, and seasonally to Newark and Toronto. One-stop connections via Lisbon or Porto open up most major U.S. cities. Travelers choose New York for culture and transit, Boston for New England charm, and Toronto for Canadian access."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Ponta Delgada to United States?",
        "answer": "From Ponta Delgada to the United States, non-stop flights to Boston take about 5 hours 15 minutes, and to New York about 5 hours 30 minutes. One-stop itineraries to other major cities like Los Angeles typically range from 11 to 14 hours depending on the connection. Westbound flights are generally shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Ponta Delgada to United States?",
        "answer": "Yes. You can fly non-stop from Ponta Delgada to Boston and New York JFK on Azores Airlines, with westbound flight times around six hours. Seasonal non-stop service to other U.S. cities is sometimes available. If non-stops are not operating on your dates, common one-stop routings connect through Lisbon or other European hubs, with total travel times generally ranging from about 10 to 14 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Ponta Delgada to United States?",
        "answer": "From Ponta Delgada to the U.S. you can fly nonstop on Azores Airlines or SATA, or connect via Lisbon on TAP."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in United States?",
        "answer": "From Ponta Delgada, direct flights land in Boston and New York, so those are natural first stops. New York City offers iconic sights and culture, while Boston has history and walkable charm. Connecting flights open up Orlando for theme parks and Miami for beaches and Latin flavor. These cities are well linked by air, and the Northeast Corridor is served by trains."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in United States are best to fly into from Ponta Delgada?",
        "answer": "From Ponta Delgada, Boston Logan and New York JFK are the most direct gateways to the U.S., with Boston offering the shortest flight time. JFK provides broader onward connections, while Newark is another option for the New York area. For West Coast travel, connecting through these hubs is typical."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit United States?",
        "answer": "For the United States, May to June and September to October are ideal, with milder weather and fewer crowds than summer in top destinations like New York, Los Angeles and Orlando."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to João Paulo II Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The airport is about 2 km west of Ponta Delgada's city center, making a taxi or ride-share the quickest and most convenient option, typically taking under 10 minutes. Public bus Line A (ANC Aerobus) connects the downtown area to the terminal with frequent service and is the most budget-friendly choice. Driving and parking are straightforward, with short- and long-term lots adjacent to the terminal. There is no dedicated airport shuttle, but the short distance means a taxi or bus are the practical main options.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Paul_II_Ponta_Delgada_Airport",
            "title": "John Paul II Ponta Delgada Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-05T20:25:28Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo%C3%A3o_Paulo_II_Airport",
            "title": "John Paul II Ponta Delgada Airport - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2006-06-07T00:00:00Z"
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        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      }
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}