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  "response": {
    "Key": "JTR-GR",
    "orig": {
      "code": "JTR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Firá",
      "fullCity": "Firá, Santorini",
      "airport": "Santorini Thira Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "GR",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Greece"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Greece can I fly to from Firá?",
        "answer": "From Santorini you can fly non‑stop to Athens, Thessaloniki, and seasonally to smaller islands like Rhodes or Crete. Athens is the main hub for connections across Greece; Thessaloniki serves the north. Many travelers then use ferries to reach other Cycladic islands."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Firá to Greece?",
        "answer": "Firá is the main town on Santorini, so you would already be in Greece and a flight within the country is not typical. If you mean flying from Santorini Airport (JTR) to Athens, the non-stop flight takes about 45 minutes, while connections to other Greek cities like Thessaloniki usually take 2 to 3 hours with a stop in Athens."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Firá to Greece?",
        "answer": "Santorini is part of Greece, so flying from Santorini to other Greek cities is a domestic route. Non-stop flights are available year-round to Athens on airlines like Aegean and Olympic, and in summer there are direct connections to other islands and mainland cities such as Thessaloniki and Heraklion. Flight times are short, typically 30 to 50 minutes."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Firá to Greece?",
        "answer": "Firá does not have an airport. Travelers depart from Santorini (JTR) with Aegean, Olympic Air, Sky Express, or seasonal airlines to Greek destinations."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Firá to Greece?",
        "answer": "The cheapest days to fly from Santorini to Athens are typically Sunday and midweek, with Friday being the priciest; afternoon and evening departures tend to offer the lowest fares. Peak summer months and major Greek holidays generally push prices higher, so traveling in shoulder seasons like late spring or early autumn can help you avoid the steepest fares.",
        "methodology": "The cheapest day of the week and time of day to depart are drawn from the same large sample of real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours, grouped by the day of the week and by the time-of-day window of the outbound departure, with the lowest and average price reported for each."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Greece?",
        "answer": "For Greece, U.S. travelers often start in Athens for its ancient sites, then island-hop to Santorini for its sunsets and views, Mykonos for beaches and nightlife, and Crete for a blend of ruins and coastline."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Greece are best to fly into from Firá?",
        "answer": "Firá is on Santorini, so you are already in Greece. For entry from the U.S., you would fly into Athens International Airport, which handles all long-haul flights. From Athens you can connect to Santorini or other islands. Athens also has the best train and bus links for the mainland."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Greece?",
        "answer": "For Greece, late April to early June and September to mid-October offer warm weather and fewer tourists than July and August, when islands like Santorini are crowded and prices peak."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Santorini Thira Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Thira city center, the most popular way to reach Santorini Airport is by KTEL bus, which runs frequently during summer and takes about 15–20 minutes at a low cost. Taxis are faster and more direct but significantly more expensive, especially during peak season. Many hotels also offer shuttle services or can arrange a private transfer, which is convenient for groups. Driving and parking at the airport is possible, but the lot is small and fills up quickly in summer, so it is not the most reliable option.",
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            "time_published": "2026-08-02T13:08:54Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-07-13T16:31:04Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airportia.com/greece/santorini-airport/",
            "title": "Santorini Thira National Airport JTR: Live Arrivals, Departures & Flight Status | Airportia",
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          {
            "url": "https://airportia.com/greece/santorini-airport/departures",
            "title": "JTR Departures from Santorini Thira National Airport: Flight Status & Live Schedule | Airportia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santorini_(Thira)_International_Airport",
            "title": "Santorini International Airport - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2007-02-04T09:14:52Z"
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