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  "response": {
    "Key": "US-GYE",
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      "country": "United States"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "GYE",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Guayaquil",
      "fullCity": "Guayaquil, Ecuador",
      "airport": "José Joaquín de Olmedo Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "From which cities in United States can I fly to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "You can fly nonstop to Guayaquil from three US cities: Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), and Fort Lauderdale (FLL). Miami offers the most flights, with up to 112 weekly departures on Avianca and American, while New York has 98 weekly flights on Avianca, LATAM, and JetBlue, including some red-eye options. Fort Lauderdale provides 42 weekly nonstops on JetBlue. For travelers elsewhere in the US, connecting through one of these hubs—especially Miami for the Southeast or New York for the Northeast—is the most practical way to reach Guayaquil, with other one-stop options available via nearby countries like Panama or El Salvador.",
        "methodology": "The U.S. departure cities with nonstop service to this destination and their weekly frequencies come 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 identify every U.S. airport with scheduled nonstop service, group airports into their metropolitan areas, and rank cities by scheduled weekly departures.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from United States to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Miami to Guayaquil take about 4 hours 27 minutes on American or Avianca, while from New York it's roughly 6 hours 33 minutes on Avianca, LATAM, or JetBlue. Fort Lauderdale offers a nonstop around 4 hours 25 minutes on JetBlue. One-stop itineraries from other major US cities typically add a few hours depending on the connection.",
        "methodology": "Flight times from each U.S. departure city come 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); the typical time is the median scheduled duration of that city's nonstop services to this destination.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from United States to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are direct nonstop flights from the United States to Guayaquil. Miami (MIA) has the most frequent service, with 112 weekly flights on Avianca and American Airlines in about 4 hours and 27 minutes. New York (JFK) offers 98 weekly flights on Avianca, LATAM, and JetBlue, with a longer flight time of about 6 hours and 33 minutes and includes red-eye options. Fort Lauderdale (FLL) also has nonstop service on JetBlue with 42 weekly flights, taking roughly 4 hours and 25 minutes.",
        "methodology": "Nonstop service is identified from the scheduled operating flights in 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); a destination with no scheduled nonstop from the United States is reported as having none.",
        "toolsUsed": [
          "country_to_city"
        ]
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which cities in United States are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "Miami and Fort Lauderdale are the cheapest and easiest gateways, with the most direct flights and shortest duration. New York also offers competitive fares and nonstop options. From other US cities, you will usually connect through Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or Panama City."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from United States to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from the United States to Guayaquil are typically February, March, and September, avoiding the December holiday peak and mid-year summer travel. For the best fares, book 1 to 3 months ahead, favor Tuesday and Wednesday departures, and choose early morning or late night flights."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "For flights from the United States to Guayaquil, book 6 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and availability, but book earlier for travel during major holidays, Ecuadorian festivals like Guayaquil's October celebrations, or U.S. school breaks."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "On flights from the US to Guayaquil, standard economy typically includes one checked bag plus a carry-on, but basic economy fares on airlines like American, JetBlue, or Copa often exclude a free checked bag. Premium cabins allow two or more. Always verify the fare rules before booking."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "On flights from the United States to Guayaquil, evening departures often offer lower fares, especially on weekdays. Red-eye flights can be cheaper but may involve longer layovers. Morning departures tend to be pricier due to business travel demand. Prices fluctuate by season and day of the week, so comparing across a flexible date range is recommended."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from José Joaquín de Olmedo Intl Airport to downtown Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "Flights from the United States to Guayaquil, Ecuador arrive at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE). The airport is located about 5 km (3 miles) north of downtown Guayaquil, and the typical drive takes 10–20 minutes by taxi or ride‑share. Public buses serve the airport and offer a cheaper alternative, though they can be crowded and slower. There is no metro or train link, but taxis and ride‑share services are readily available and provide the most direct door‑to‑door option.",
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        ],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Ecuador",
            "title": "Transport in Ecuador",
            "time_published": "2026-02-24T04:02:58Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Ecuador",
            "title": "Transport in Ecuador",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-07-18T04:35:12Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://airportguide.com/airport/info/GYE",
            "title": "José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport - SEGU - GYE - Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2026-04-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://airportguide.com/navaid/GYV/VOR-DME",
            "title": "GYV Navaid Detail | AirportGuide.com",
            "time_published": "2026-04-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20in%20Ecuador",
            "title": "List of airports in Ecuador",
            "time_published": "2025-09-17T05:12:43Z"
          }
        ],
        "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."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights from United States to Guayaquil?",
        "answer": "Flights to Guayaquil are usually operated with narrowbody aircraft offering economy and a domestic-style first class recliner seat, while widebody services from Miami or New York may feature lie-flat business class and premium economy, though true international first class is not offered."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Guayaquil airport?",
        "answer": "Guayaquil Airport (GYE) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods, but the terminal is open 24 hours and staff are generally tolerant of overnight sleepers, with some armrest-free seating and couches in the arrivals area. For a proper bed, the Courtyard by Marriott Guayaquil is a nearby hotel that offers shuttle service and is a short ride from the airport.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/guayaquil-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Guyaquil Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2024-08-26T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounge/guayaquil-airport/aeropuertos-vip-club-national-gye.htm",
            "title": "Aeropuertos VIP Club Lounge | Guayaquil Airport in the National Terminal",
            "time_published": "2024-02-13T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/south-america/ecuador/guayaquil/activities/guayaquil_layover_sightseeing_tour_with_round_trip_airport_transport-X8IQVN?property=GYESI",
            "title": "Guayaquil Layover Sightseeing Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/gyecy-courtyard-guayaquil/overview/",
            "title": "Hotel near Guayaquil, Ecuador | Courtyard Guayaquil",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9%20Joaqu%C3%ADn%20de%20Olmedo%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-03-29T12:13:51Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/gyecy-courtyard-guayaquil/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0",
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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."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options at Guayaquil airport?",
        "answer": "At Guayaquil's José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport, the main lounge is the Aeropuertos VIP Club, with locations in both the domestic and international terminals. The international terminal lounge is open 24/7 and offers complimentary alcoholic drinks, conference facilities, showers, and a children's play area, while the domestic terminal lounge operates from 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM and charges for alcoholic beverages. Access is available through Priority Pass, American Express Platinum or Centurion cards, and likely through business class tickets or elite status with partner airlines, with a maximum stay of three hours. There is also a TAME Sala VIP in the national terminal, though details are limited.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/lounges/ecuador/guayaquil-jose-joaquin-olmedo/gye-aeropuertos-vip-club",
            "title": "Aeropuertos VIP Club GYE AIRPORT Domestic Terminal Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl | Priority Pass",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-05T16:20:09Z"
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/lounges/ecuador/guayaquil-jose-joaquin-olmedo/gye2-aeropuertos-vip-club",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-05T16:20:09Z"
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            "title": "Aeropuertos VIP Club at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://next.loungebuddy.com/en/GYE/tame-sala-vip-national-terminal-UYaWCsROtq?currency=USD",
            "title": "TAME Sala VIP",
            "time_published": "2023-05-14T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/GYE/Aeropuertos-VIP-Club-National-Terminal-z6AibqUuyZ/",
            "title": "Aeropuertos VIP Club at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport | Amex US",
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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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