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  "response": {
    "Key": "SPK-TH",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SPK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Sapporo",
      "fullCity": "Sapporo, Japan",
      "airport": "New Chitose Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "TH",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Thailand"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Thailand can I fly to from Sapporo?",
        "answer": "From Sapporo you normally fly into Bangkok Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang via a connection in Tokyo, Seoul or Taipei. You can then connect on to Phuket, Chiang Mai or Krabi. Bangkok is the gateway for city stays and onward travel, while Phuket and Krabi serve beach holidays and Chiang Mai is the hub for northern Thailand."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Sapporo to Thailand?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Sapporo to Thailand. The fastest one-stop routes to Bangkok take about 9 to 11 hours, while flights to Phuket or Chiang Mai typically range from 11 to 14 hours depending on the connection. Eastbound and westbound times are similar on these north-south itineraries."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Sapporo to Thailand?",
        "answer": "There are no non‑stop flights from Sapporo to Thailand. The most common one‑stop routings connect through Tokyo (Narita or Haneda), Seoul (Incheon) or Taipei, with typical total travel times of about 9 to 13 hours depending on the layover. Bangkok is the primary arrival city."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Sapporo to Thailand?",
        "answer": "From Sapporo to Thailand you can fly Thai Airways, JAL, ANA, Korean Air, Asiana, China Airlines, Cathay Pacific and other Asian carriers via their hubs."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Thailand?",
        "answer": "Thailand's top draws are Bangkok for temples and street food, Chiang Mai for culture and mountains, Phuket for beaches and nightlife, and Krabi or Koh Samui for island escapes. Many fly into Bangkok then connect via short domestic flights."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Thailand are best to fly into from Sapporo?",
        "answer": "From Sapporo to Thailand, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi is the primary gateway with the most flights and easy connections to domestic and regional destinations. Phuket is a strong choice for beach resorts, while Chiang Mai suits northern cultural travel. Direct flights are limited, so expect a stop in Tokyo or another hub."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Thailand?",
        "answer": "For Thailand, November to February offers cooler, dry weather ideal for Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the beaches. Summer is hot and rainy, while spring brings extreme heat."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to New Chitose Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Sapporo, the most popular and fastest way to reach New Chitose Airport is the JR rapid train, which takes about 37 minutes from Sapporo Station. Airport shuttle buses also run frequently from major hotels and the city center, offering a convenient door-to-door option. Taxis provide a direct but pricier ride, while ride‑share services are very limited. Driving is straightforward with paid parking available at the airport, but train and bus remain the most common choices.",
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        "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",
            "favicon": "https://www.hokkaido-airports.com/img/common/apple-touch-icon.png",
            "time_published": "2026-05-25T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "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"
          }
        ],
        "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."
      }
    }
  }
}