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    "Key": "HAN-LA",
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      "code": "HAN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Hanoi",
      "fullCity": "Hanoi, Vietnam",
      "airport": "Noi Bai Intl Airport"
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    "dest": {
      "code": "LA",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "North Korea"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in North Korea can I fly to from Hanoi?",
        "answer": "From Hanoi you can fly non-stop to Pyongyang on Air Koryo. There are no other practical airports in North Korea for international arrivals. All visitors must be part of an authorized tour and travel is heavily restricted."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Hanoi to North Korea?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Hanoi to Pyongyang. A typical one-stop routing via Beijing takes about 8 to 10 hours total travel time eastbound, with the return westbound often being an hour or so longer due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Hanoi to North Korea?",
        "answer": "There are currently no scheduled non-stop flights from Hanoi to North Korea. The most common one-stop routing is via Beijing, China, on a combination of airlines such as Vietnam Airlines and Air China, with total travel times typically around 8 to 12 hours depending on layover duration. Note that travel to North Korea is heavily restricted and requires special authorization."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Hanoi to North Korea?",
        "answer": "From Hanoi, Air Koryo operates non-stop flights to Pyongyang. There are no other scheduled non-stop or one-stop options."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in North Korea?",
        "answer": "Travel from the U.S. to North Korea is heavily restricted and generally not permitted for independent tourism. The U.S. Department of State currently prohibits the use of U.S. passports for travel to North Korea without a special validation. Most foreign visitors enter through Pyongyang on guided tours, often flying from Beijing. Popular stops on these tours include Pyongyang for monuments, the DMZ at Panmunjom, and Kaesong for historical sites. You cannot independently travel by train or short flights within the country; all movement is tightly controlled. Confirm current entry rules before planning."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in North Korea are best to fly into from Hanoi?",
        "answer": "From Hanoi to North Korea, the only practical entry point is Pyongyang Sunan International Airport. It receives the few international flights, including those from China, and serves as the hub for domestic connections and access to the capital. There are no alternative international airports in the country, and all travel must be arranged through authorized tour operators."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit North Korea?",
        "answer": "For North Korea, April to June and September to October offer the most comfortable weather and are when most tours operate. Summer is hot and humid, while winter is very cold, making spring and autumn the best times to visit."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Noi Bai Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Hanoi, you can reach Noi Bai International Airport about 35 km away by public bus (routes 86 or 07/17), express minibus, metered taxi, or ride‑share services like Grab. The public bus is the most popular budget option, while a taxi or Grab is typically the fastest, taking around 30 minutes and costing roughly 320,000 VND. Driving and parking are also possible via the Nhật Tân Bridge or National Road 3, with both short‑term and long‑term parking available at the airport.",
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