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    "Key": "SEL-JP",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Seoul",
      "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea",
      "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "JP",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Japan"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Japan can I fly to from Seoul?",
        "answer": "From Seoul you can fly non-stop to Tokyo (Narita and Haneda), Osaka (Kansai), Fukuoka, Sapporo (New Chitose), and Nagoya (Chubu). Tokyo is the main gateway for connections to the rest of Japan and the Shinkansen network. Osaka gives easy access to Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe. Fukuoka is closest for Kyushu, while Sapporo serves Hokkaido. One-stop itineraries are rarely needed given the breadth of non-stop service."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Seoul to Japan?",
        "answer": "From Seoul to Tokyo, non-stop flights take about 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes, and to Osaka roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. One-stop routes are uncommon for these city pairs but would typically add 3 to 6 hours depending on the connection. Eastbound and westbound times are similar."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Seoul to Japan?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are many non-stop flights from Seoul to Japan. Major routes include Seoul Incheon to Tokyo Narita and Haneda, Osaka Kansai, Fukuoka, and Sapporo New Chitose, operated by Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Jeju Air, Jin Air, and other low-cost carriers. Flight times range from about 1.5 to 2.5 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Seoul to Japan?",
        "answer": "From Seoul to Japan you can fly nonstop on Korean Air, Asiana, Jeju Air, Jin Air, T'way, Air Seoul, Eastar Jet, Peach, and others. One-stop options include JAL and ANA."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Japan?",
        "answer": "Flights from Seoul to Japan are typically most affordable during the shoulder seasons of late winter and early autumn, with midweek departures and early-morning or late-evening flights often yielding lower fares. Peak summer months and major holidays like Golden Week and New Year's tend to be more expensive, so booking a few weeks in advance can help secure better prices. Nonstop service is widely available from both Incheon and Gimpo to Tokyo's Narita and Haneda airports, with over a dozen carriers offering daily flights.",
        "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. 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. 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. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. The typical price, the lowest fare, a 'great deal' threshold, and how fares are spread across price bands are summarized from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours, with a small fraction of extreme outlier fares excluded from the range."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Japan?",
        "answer": "Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are top choices, connected by bullet train. Tokyo mixes modern and traditional, Kyoto has temples and gardens, and Osaka is known for food and nightlife. Hiroshima offers history and peace memorials."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Japan are best to fly into from Seoul?",
        "answer": "From Seoul to Japan, Tokyo Narita and Haneda offer the most flights, with Haneda closer to the city center and better for domestic transfers. Osaka Kansai is ideal for Kyoto and western Japan, while Fukuoka and Sapporo New Chitose serve regional travel and resorts."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Japan?",
        "answer": "Japan is best visited in March to May for cherry blossoms and mild weather, or October to November for autumn foliage and comfortable temperatures. Summer can be hot, humid and crowded, especially during festivals."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Incheon Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Seoul, the fastest and most popular way to reach Incheon International Airport is the Airport Railroad Express (AREX), which offers both express trains to Seoul Station and all-stop commuter services. Alternatively, airport limousine buses connect major districts like Gangnam, Dongdaemun, and Jamsil directly to the terminals, providing a comfortable ride without the need for transfers. Taxis and ride‑share services offer door‑to‑door convenience at a higher cost, while driving yourself is possible with both short‑term and long‑term parking available at the airport. The AREX express train is typically the quickest option, while limousine buses are favored for their direct routes and ease with luggage.",
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